Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel — A Holiday Classic Everyone Loves!

Warm and Cozy Delight

As the holidays approach, the aroma of baked sweet potatoes fills the kitchen, creating a cozy atmosphere that warms the heart. This sweet potato casserole with a golden pecan streusel topping is not just a festive side dish; it doubles as a delightful dessert. With its creamy, buttery filling and crunchy pecan crumble, it has become a staple at Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings, making every meal memorable.

A creamy, buttery sweet potato base topped with a brown sugar pecan crumble — the perfect mix of smooth, crunchy, and irresistibly sweet.

🕒 Recipe Overview

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 35–40 minutes

• Total Time: 1 hour

• Servings: 8–10

🧂 Ingredients

For the Sweet Potato Filling

• 3 cups (about 3–4 medium) mashed sweet potatoes

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted

• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar

• ¼ cup (60ml) milk or heavy cream

• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• Pinch of salt

For the Pecan Streusel Topping

• ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour

• ½ cup (100g) brown sugar, packed

• ½ cup (115g) chopped pecans

• ¼ cup (55g) unsalted butter, melted

• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

🔪 Directions

1. Preheat the Oven
   Set oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch (or 2-quart) baking dish.

2. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
   Boil or bake sweet potatoes until tender. Mash until smooth and measure 3 cups.

3. Mix the Filling
   In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
   Mix until creamy and smooth.

4. Transfer to Baking Dish
   Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared dish.

5. Make the Pecan Topping
   In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, pecans, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.

6. Top and Bake
   Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potatoes.
   Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling around the edges.

7. Serve Warm
   Let cool slightly before serving. This dish can be served as a side or dessert!

💡 Pro Tips

• Roast the sweet potatoes instead of boiling for richer flavor.

• Add mini marshmallows halfway through baking for a fun twist.

• Perfect make-ahead dish — prepare a day before and bake fresh before serving.

Short Story

Sweet potato casserole has long been a beloved holiday staple in Southern homes. Its sweet, comforting flavors remind us of family traditions, sharing laughter, and the joy of time spent together.

Closing Invitation

We invite you to bake this delightful sweet potato casserole for your next holiday gathering. Share your photos and feedback; we’d love to hear how it turned out!