This family-favorite Sweet Potato Casserole with Praline Streusel Topping will make a believer out of any sweet potato cynic!

Traditional Sweet Potato Casserole typically has a topping of toasted, melted marshmallow, but this recipe features a crunchy, sweet praline pecan topping that is out of this world!

When I was a kid, I hated sweet potatoes, even in a casserole. But as I’ve aged, I’ve come to love sweet potatoes – even plain ones!

The sweet praline topping and brown sugar make this humble side dish totally dessert worthy. It’s a really nice compliment to all of the savory flavors on the holiday table.

CAN YOU MAKE SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE AHEAD?

Yes! Although this is a quick and easy recipe, I always make this a couple days ahead and assemble and reheat in the hour or so leading up to our meal. 

• Make up to 2 days ahead: Follow the directions in the recipe and place the mashed sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish without the streusel topping.
• Reserve the praline streusel topping mixture, cover and store it in the refrigerator for the day of baking.  
• On the day of baking, remove the casserole from the refrigerator for about 2 hours in advance. Top with praline streusel topping.
• Bake the casserole according to recipe directions.

SHOPPING LIST INGREDIENTS FOR SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE:

canned sweet potatoes

butter

heavy cream

eggs

salt

white sugar

vanilla extract

ground cinnamon

for the topping:

butter

salt

brown sugar

all-purpose flour

chopped pecans

CAN YOU USE FRESH SWEET POTATOES OR YAMS FOR THIS RECIPE?

Yes! Use 3 to 3 ½ pounds of sweet potatoes or yams in place of the canned yams.

• Place the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and boil over medium-high heat until tender (about 8-10 minutes, depending on the size). 
• Drain well and return to the pot. 
• Add butter, cream, cinnamon, brown sugar and salt to the potatoes and mash using an electric hand mixer until smooth. 
• Adjust seasoning to taste. 

VARIATION TOPPINGS FOR SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE:

For a twist on the praline topping, prepare recipe as directed, except add any 1 or more of the following ingredients to the pecan praline topping before baking:

Bacon – Yum! Add a savory and salty flavor to the praline topping! Add 1 cup crisp-cooked and crumbled bacon, about 8 slices

Marshmallows – 2 cups mini marshmallows

Coconut – ½ cup shredded sweetened coconut

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Yield: 12

Sweet Potato Casserole with Praline Streusel Topping

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

This family-favorite Sweet Potato Casserole with Praline Streusel Topping will make a believer out of any sweet potato cynic!

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Ingredients

• 2 29-oz cans sweet potatoes, drained well
• 1 stick butter melted
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 eggs
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Topping:
• 1 stick butter
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Grease one 9x13-inch casserole dish.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, 1 stick melted butter, sugar, heavy cream, eggs, ½ teaspoon salt, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
4. Using a handheld electric mixer beat until smooth.
5. Spread evenly in prepared casserole dish.
6. Prepare the topping by combining the butter, salt, brown sugar, flour and pecans.
7. Mix well until crumbly, and sprinkle evenly over sweet potato mixture.
8. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden and toasted in the preheated oven.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1/12th
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 572Total Fat: 34gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 374mgCarbohydrates: 64gFiber: 6gSugar: 37gProtein: 7g

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