Ultimate Sweet Potato Casserole with Buttery Streusel Topping
Ultimate Sweet Potato Casserole with Buttery Streusel Topping
Introduction
This Ultimate Sweet Potato Casserole with Buttery Streusel Topping delivers the perfect harmony of creamy sweet potato filling and crunchy, buttery streusel. Easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser, it's the showstopping side dish your holiday table deserves.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup cold butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Mash sweet potatoes with softened butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Spread sweet potato mixture evenly in prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, oats, and chopped pecans. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle streusel topping evenly over sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until topping is golden brown and filling is heated through.
Pro Tips & Notes
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the casserole up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate. Add 10 minutes to baking time when cooking from cold.
- Crispy Topping Trick: For extra crunch, broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking – watch carefully to prevent burning.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 420 per serving
- Protein: 6g
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Can I use canned sweet potatoes? A: Yes, but fresh sweet potatoes will give you the best flavor and texture.
- Q: How do I store leftovers? A: Cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.