The Best Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Add a touch of sweetness to your table with our mouth-watering Sweet Potato Casserole recipe—a glorious mix of spice, texture, and cozy comfort in every bite.

I can’t even explain how psyched I am to do a little kitchen-sharing today. Up for grabs is a winner of a recipe that’s been my go-to for family dinners, friendly get-togethers, and all those festive occasions (especially Thanksgiving and Christmas!). Say hello to the ultimate Sweet Potato Casserole — a total show-stealer!

Its warm, melt-in-your-mouth goodness, with knockout flavors of sweet spud, nutmeg, and cinnamon, is just the dish you want to call upon with autumn just around the corner. Whether you’re a vet in the kitchen or a rookie still finding your way around the toaster, this sweet potato casserole’s gonna serve up some serious heartwarming nostalgia with every bite.

Is A Sweet Potato Casserole Healthy?

It is! Sweet potatoes aren’t just pretty and delicious; they’re also great for you. Plus, with the oats and pecan nuts tossed into the mix, you’re gonna be doing your heart a big favor. And the oat milk will please those intolerant of dairy (just make sure to swap the butter). So go ahead, casserole it up and nourish your body while satisfying those taste buds!

INGREDIENTS

Before you jump into fall and make this dish, here’s what you’ll need.

• 1 lb. sweet potatoes (2 medium-sized)
• 2 tbsp oat milk
• 2 tbsp butter
• pinch of salt and fresh black pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp pecans
• 1 tbsp rolled oats
• 1/2 tbsp flour
• 1/4 tbsp brown sugar

INSTRUCTIONS

Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into cubes.

Boil

Boil the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan until very soft, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer them to a bowl.

Mash

Add 1 tablespoon of the butter, then put in the salt, pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon. Mash the sweet potatoes with a fork until smooth and add splashes of milk as you go.

Scrape

Transfer the mixture into a baking or casserole dish and smooth the top with a spoon.

Combine

In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, pecan nuts, rolled oats, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir until the mixture clumps together.

Bake

Sprinkle the topping over the sweet potatoes in an even layer. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the topping is golden brown.

DEVOUR!

Tips & Tricks to Making The Perfect Sweet Potato Casserole

• Go for sweet potatoes that are firm and smooth. Also avoid the ones with blemishes.
• Make sure not to undercook or overcook the sweet potatoes. My trick is to have them soft enough to mash easily but not so soft that they become water-logged.
• Measure the nutmeg and cinnamon accurately.
• Add a bit more of the brown sugar if the casserole is not sweet enough.

FAQs

Serving Suggestions

This delightful casserole is the perfect companion to your Thanksgiving turkey or a succulent roast pork. (Have an air fryer? Try this Pork Tenderloin!) Its inherent sweetness also pairs brilliantly with tangy salads or grilled vegetables. Simply garnish it with a final sprinkle of cinnamon or freshly chopped parsley before serving to elevate the visual appeal and aroma. For dessert, whip up a batch of these Delicious Apple Cinnamon Muffins and maybe a cup of hot cider.

how to prep and store sweet potato casserole

Got loads to prep and not enough time? You can prepare this delicious casserole beforehand. Just stop right before you add the topping and pop it into the fridge. Right before showtime, sprinkle on your topping and you’re all set to bake.

And if you have mouth-watering leftovers? Store them in your fridge for up to four days. To heat them up, just slide your dish into a 350°F oven and give it about 20 minutes.

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Sweet Potato Casserole

Add a touch of sweetness to your table with our mouth-watering Sweet Potato Casserole recipe—a glorious mix of spice, texture, and cozy comfort in every bite.

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 50 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 364kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

• 1 lb. sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp oat milk
• 2 tbsp butter
• pinch of salt and fresh black pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp pecans
• 1 tbsp rolled oats
• 1/2 tbsp flour
• 1/4 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into cubes.
  
• Boil the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan until very soft, about 20 minutes. Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and transfer them to a bowl.
  
• Add 1 tablespoon of butter, salt, pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon.
  
• Mash the sweet potatoes with a fork until smooth and add splashes of the milk as you go.
  
• Scrape the mixture into a baking dish or casserole and smooth the top with a spoon.
  
• In a small bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, pecan nuts, rolled oats, and 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir until the mixture clumps together.
  
• Sprinkle the topping over the sweet potatoes in an even layer. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
  

Notes

• Go for sweet potatoes that are firm and smooth. Also avoid the ones with blemishes.
• Make sure not to undercook or overcook the sweet potatoes. My trick is to have them soft enough to mash easily but not so soft that they become water-logged.
• Measure the nutmeg and cinnamon accurately.

Nutrition

Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 223mg | Potassium: 812mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 32560IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 2mg

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