Decadent Sweet Potato Bake with Pecan Praline Crunch
This indulgent sweet potato bake is a family favorite that elevates the traditional Thanksgiving side dish to new heights. With a creamy, buttery sweet potato base blended with the warm flavors of vanilla and pumpkin pie spice, this dish is comfort food at its finest. Topped with a rich pecan praline crunch, featuring brown sugar and buttery crumbles, it’s perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner. The contrast of textures and the delightful sweetness make this dish utterly irresistible—your guests will be asking for the recipe long after they’ve wiped their plates clean!
12
Servings
267
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
sweet potatoes
4 large (peeled, cooked and mashed)
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
eggs
2 (beaten)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
vanilla extract
1 tablespoon (pure)
pumpkin pie spice
to taste (for flavor)
all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (sifted)
butter
1/3 cup (melted)
brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
chopped pecans
1 cup (toasted, if desired)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with softened butter, beaten eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until well combined and creamy.
3
Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
4
In another bowl, mix together the sifted flour, melted butter, packed brown sugar, and chopped pecans until crumbly.
5
Crumble the pecan mixture generously over the sweet potato layer, ensuring even coverage.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the sweet potato layer is heated through.
7
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors!
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
33g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Decadent Sweet Potato Bake with Pecan Praline Crunch.
How many servings does this sweet potato bake provide?
This recipe makes 12 servings.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What are the main ingredients for the sweet potato base?
The base consists of mashed sweet potatoes, softened butter, beaten eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice.
How long does the dish need to bake?
Bake the dish for 30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
What size baking dish is recommended?
A greased 9x13 inch baking dish is required for this recipe.
How should the sweet potatoes be prepared?
The sweet potatoes should be peeled, cooked, and mashed before starting the recipe.
What ingredients make up the pecan praline topping?
The topping is made from sifted flour, melted butter, packed brown sugar, and chopped pecans.
How many calories are in a single serving?
There are 267 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 15g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 33g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this recipe provide?
This dish provides 3g of protein per serving.
What spice is used to flavor the sweet potatoes?
Pumpkin pie spice is used to add warm flavor to the sweet potato mixture.
How many eggs are used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 beaten eggs.
What type of sugar is used in the sweet potato mixture?
Granulated sugar is used in the sweet potato base.
What type of sugar is used in the topping?
Packed brown sugar is used for the pecan praline topping.
Should the pecans be toasted?
The pecans can be toasted if desired for extra flavor.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
You will need 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 10 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Is the flour sifted before use?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1/2 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
What texture should the topping have before baking?
The topping mixture should be crumbly before being spread over the potatoes.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized under Yam/Sweet Potato dishes.
Can this be served at Thanksgiving?
Yes, it is specifically described as a family favorite that elevates traditional Thanksgiving side dishes.
How much butter is used in total?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of softened butter for the base and 1/3 cup of melted butter for the topping.
What should I do before serving the bake?
Let the dish cool slightly before serving to enjoy the best flavor combination.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include sweet potatoes, pecan topping, thanksgiving, holiday recipes, comfort food, dessert, and sides.
How large should the sweet potatoes be?
The recipe calls for 4 large sweet potatoes.
What does the description say about the texture?
It highlights a creamy, buttery base contrasted with a rich pecan praline crunch.
Is this considered a comfort food?
Yes, the description identifies it as comfort food at its finest.
Does the recipe use melted or softened butter?
It uses both: softened butter for the sweet potato mix and melted butter for the topping.