Rooted in tradition, this best sweet potato casserole recipe is a delightful marriage of the rich flavors of Louisiana sweet potatoes, a gooey marshmallow topping, and a crunchy pecan streusel.

Step into the realm of culinary excellence with a timeless classic—the Best Sweet Potato Casserole. Hailing from my Cajun heritage, this recipe has graced our Thanksgiving and Christmas tables for over 30 years.

Join me on this culinary journey as we explore the nuances of creating the perfect sweet potato casserole, making it an indispensable part of your holiday festivities.

Ingredients You Need

Begin your culinary adventure by assembling the following key ingredients and tools:

Fresh sweet potatoes (for that authentic flavor)
Melted butter (not just once, but twice!)
Vanilla extract (to add a touch of sophistication)
Maple syrup (a secret ingredient for a hint of sweetness)
Pecan topping (because every dish deserves a crown)

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Tools You Need:

Electric mixer (for a smooth sweet potato mixture)
Casserole dish (the cornerstone of your creation)
Large bowl (to house the magic)
Potato masher (your trusty sidekick in achieving creamy mashed sweet potatoes)
Hand mixer (for whipping up that perfect marshmallow topping)
Baking sheet (for achieving the golden brown perfection)

Making Your Sweet Potato Casserole

Start by baking your sweet potatoes until they’re fork-tender, allowing the oven to work its magic.
In a large bowl, combine the baked sweet potatoes with a cup of white sugar, two eggs, a tablespoon of vanilla extract, a teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and a quarter cup of heavy whipping cream. Use the electric mixer for a velvety smooth sweet potato mixture.
Transfer this golden concoction into your chosen casserole dish, laying the foundation for the perfect sweet potato layer.
Assemble the pecan topping: melt butter (1) in a pan, add brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans. Sprinkle this crunchy goodness generously over your sweet potato layer.
Bake your creation at the optimum oven temperature until it achieves the desired golden brown perfection.

The Topping

Let’s not forget the pièce de résistance—the gooey marshmallow and pecan streusel toppings that transform your sweet potato casserole into a culinary masterpiece.

For the marshmallow topping, whip up marshmallows using a hand mixer until they form soft peaks. Gently spread this cloud of delight over the baked sweet potatoes.
The pecan streusel, a delightful concoction of melted butter (2), brown sugar, flour, and pecans, adds a satisfying crunch that elevates your casserole to new heights.

As you enjoy this amazing side dish, remember that this sweet potato casserole isn’t just a dish; it’s a tradition—an edible legacy passed down through generations, enriching holiday tables with warmth and flavor.

Crafting the best sweet potato casserole is an art—a symphony of flavors that resonates with tradition and culinary mastery. Whether it graces your Thanksgiving dinner or becomes the star of your Christmas feast, this dish is a testament to the joy of sharing and savoring moments with loved ones.

So, embrace the holiday season with open arms, a potato masher in hand, and the knowledge that the best sweet potato casserole awaits you at the heart of the festivities. Happy cooking, and may your holiday table be filled with the warmth of tradition and the aroma of sweet culinary success!

Best Sweet Potato Casserole

Indulge in holiday bliss with our Best Sweet Potato Casserole—a Cajun-inspired masterpiece of gooey marshmallows, crunchy pecans, and rich flavors!

Ingredients

3 or 4 cups of baked sweet potato
One cup of white sugar
Two eggs
1 tablespoon of a Good Vanilla
1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of ground fresh nutmeg
1/4 cup of heavy, whipping cream

For The Topping

3 tablespoons of a good butter melted
One cup of brown sugar
1/3 cup of flour
One cup of chopped pecans or a lil extra if you like pecans

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425.
Wash, pierce and bake sweet potatoes for 2 1/2 hours, or until fork tender.
After you bake your sweet potatoes at 4:25 for 2 1/2 hours scoop out 3 to 4 cups of sweet potato and add to a mixing bowel
Add one cup of white sugar to eggs 1 tablespoon of good vanilla, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg and 1/4 cup of heavy whipping cream get a good mixer and mix this together till it is smooth and not lumpy.
In a greased glass, 9 x 13 casserole dish, pour in this mixture.
And a side mixing bowl mix together the melted butter, the 1 cup of brown sugar 1/3 cup of flour and 1 cup of chopped pecans.
Place this mixture, evenly across the top of the sweet potato casserole.
Bake at 3:25 for 30 minutes