Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans

Health score
7%
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans
95 min.
15
377kcal

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Imagine a dish that perfectly marries sweetness with a delightful crunch—a Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans that has become a staple at many gatherings. This indulgent side dish not only tantalizes your tastebuds but also brings a sense of nostalgia with every comforting bite. Whether it’s a festive holiday table or a cozy family dinner, this casserole is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for seconds!

With a creamy base of smooth, mashed sweet potatoes blended with sugar, milk, and a hint of vanilla, each spoonful delivers a luscious burst of flavor. The subtle warmth of cinnamon adds a comforting spice, making it a go-to dish for chilly evenings and special occasions alike. But what truly elevates this casserole is the crunchy, buttery topping made from brown sugar, chopped pecans, and flour—each bite giving a satisfying contrast to the creamy filling beneath.

Ready in just 95 minutes, this recipe serves 15 people, making it perfect for gatherings big and small. The combination of sweet and nutty flavors does not just satisfy your palate; it also makes you feel good knowing you're serving something wholesome and homemade. So, roll up your sleeves and dive into this delightful Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans, perfect for sharing with family and friends!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups brown sugar 
  •  eggs beaten
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • 1.5 cups pecans chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  •  sweet potatoes cut into chunks
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 1.3 cups sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pot
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cover sweet potatoes with water in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.
  3. Drain and transfer potatoes to a large bowl.
  4. Mash potatoes with white sugar, milk, eggs, salt, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
  5. Spread mixture in prepared baking dish.
  6. Mix brown sugar, pecans, and flour in another bowl.
  7. Pour margarine over pecan mixture; toss until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  8. Sprinkle over potato mixture.
  9. Bake in preheated oven until pecan topping is hard, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories377kcal
Protein4.32%
Fat35.45%
Carbs60.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.07
Glycemic Load
22.11
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.108695553697%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.17mg
Delphinidin
0.79mg
Catechin
0.79mg
Epigallocatechin
0.61mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.25mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:377.35kcal
18.87%
Fat:15.32g
23.56%
Saturated Fat:2.46g
15.38%
Carbohydrates:58.54g
19.51%
Net Carbohydrates:55.45g
20.16%
Sugar:42.71g
47.45%
Cholesterol:34.2mg
11.4%
Sodium:244.41mg
10.63%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:4.2g
8.4%
Vitamin A:8894.47IU
177.89%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.53%
Copper:0.25mg
12.48%
Fiber:3.09g
12.38%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.95%
Phosphorus:97.74mg
9.77%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.2%
Potassium:318.71mg
9.11%
Selenium:6.2µg
8.86%
Magnesium:34.47mg
8.62%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.55%
Vitamin B5:0.82mg
8.2%
Iron:1.26mg
7.03%
Calcium:68.73mg
6.87%
Folate:24.9µg
6.23%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.96%
Vitamin B3:0.88mg
4.4%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.33%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.53%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.07%
Vitamin C:1.59mg
1.92%
Vitamin K:1.59µg
1.51%
Source:Allrecipes