Decadent Sweet Potato Casserole
This Decadent Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful tribute to cherished memories from childhood. Inspired by my mother's friend Jean, who introduced me to the joys of cooking at a young age, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with the richness of butter, eggs, and vanilla. Topped with a crumbly brown sugar and flour mixture, it's the perfect dish to bring warmth and comfort to your holiday gatherings or family dinners. Enjoy the nostalgic flavors with each bite!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
3 cups (mashed)
Sugar
1 cup
Eggs
2
Vanilla Extract
1 tablespoon
Butter
1/2 cup (melted)
Brown Sugar
1 cup
Flour
1/2 cup
Butter
1/3 cup (softened)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and well incorporated.
3
Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into a greased large baking dish.
4
In another bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, and softened butter to create a crumbly topping.
5
Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer in the baking dish.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Sweet Potato Casserole?
It is a rich dish made with mashed sweet potatoes, butter, eggs, and vanilla, finished with a brown sugar and flour crumble topping.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How many cups of sweet potatoes are required?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of mashed sweet potatoes.
How many eggs are needed for this recipe?
You will need 2 eggs for the sweet potato mixture.
How much vanilla extract should be used?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
What amount of sugar is in the sweet potato base?
The base mixture uses 1 cup of sugar.
How much butter is added to the sweet potato mixture?
Use 1/2 cup of melted butter in the sweet potato base.
How should the butter for the base be prepared?
The butter for the base should be melted before being combined with other ingredients.
What ingredients are in the topping?
The topping consists of brown sugar, flour, and softened butter.
How much brown sugar is used in the topping?
The topping requires 1 cup of brown sugar.
How much flour is needed for the crumble?
You will need 1/2 cup of flour for the topping.
How much butter goes into the topping?
The topping uses 1/3 cup of butter.
What is the required preparation for the topping butter?
The butter for the topping should be softened rather than melted.
What texture should the topping have?
The topping should have a crumbly texture once mixed.
How should the baking dish be prepared?
The sweet potato mixture should be spread evenly into a greased large baking dish.
How long does the casserole need to bake?
Bake the casserole for 30 to 45 minutes.
How do I know when the casserole is done?
It is ready when the top is golden brown and the entire dish is heated through.
Who inspired this family recipe?
This recipe was inspired by Jean, a friend of the author's mother.
Does this recipe contain nuts?
No, this recipe is specifically tagged as containing no nuts.
Is this dish suitable for holidays?
Yes, it is described as a perfect dish for holiday gatherings and family dinners.
Can this recipe be served as a dessert?
Yes, it is categorized as both a comfort food and a dessert.
What is the total number of ingredients in this recipe?
There are 8 ingredients total in this casserole recipe.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What is the final step of the cooking process?
The final step is to bake the casserole until the top is golden brown and it is heated through.
How do you mix the sweet potato base?
Combine mashed potatoes, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
How do you apply the topping?
Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer in the baking dish.
What color should the top be when finished?
The top should reach a golden brown color when fully baked.
Is this a family recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as a family recipe and a tribute to childhood memories.
What makes this casserole decadent?
The combination of butter, eggs, vanilla, and a sweet brown sugar topping makes it exceptionally rich.
What is the primary ingredient?
The primary ingredient is mashed sweet potatoes.