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Paula Deen Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

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Paula Deen's Sweet Potato Casserole is a holiday essential, combining creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a sweet, crunchy pecan topping. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, this irresistible side dish will leave everyone asking for seconds. Learn how to make this easy and delicious recipe with simple ingredients!

Ingredients

  • Sweet potatoes
  • Granulated sugar
  • Eggs
  • Salt
  • Unsalted butter
  • Milk
  • Vanilla extract
  • Light brown sugar
  • Chopped pecans
  • All-purpose flour

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Boil or bake sweet potatoes until soft, then peel and mash in a large bowl.
  • Mix in sugar, eggs, salt, butter, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Pour sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish.
  • For the topping, combine brown sugar, chopped pecans, flour, and melted butter in a separate bowl.
  • Sprinkle topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crispy.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of sugar to suit your taste.
  • You can make this casserole a day ahead and bake just before serving.
  • Substitute pecans with walnuts for a different flavor.

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