Sweet Vanilla Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole

Recipe Collection: Desserts

Sweet Vanilla Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful dish that brings together the rich, sweet flavors of mashed sweet potatoes with a hint of vanilla and the crunch of pecans. This gluten-free, Southern-inspired recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or family dinners, serving as a versatile side or a sweet dessert. With its sweet, nutty flavor profile, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can be enjoyed on its own.

Easily accessible through the easyChef Pro App, you can explore personalized recipe recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list to streamline your meal prep. Select this recipe, organize your ingredients, and follow our step-by-step guide to create a delicious dish today!

Overview

This casserole combines velvety mashed sweet potatoes with a hint of vanilla and crunchy pecans, creating a delightful texture and taste. Ideal for holiday gatherings or family dinners, it can be served as a side or a dessert.

Diet Type

Gluten-Free

Allergies

Eggs, Dairy, Nuts

Cuisine

Southern

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 Cups mashed sweet potatoes, mashed
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 2 Large eggs, whisked
• 0.5 Cup milk
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 0.33 Cup butter, melted
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 Cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 Cup all-purpose flour
• 0.33 Cup butter, melted
• 1 Cup pecans, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, white sugar, eggs, milk, salt, 0.33 cup melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
3. Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, 0.33 cup melted butter, and chopped pecans to create the topping.
5. Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
7. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Enjoy your homemade Sweet Vanilla Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole!