Classic Sweet Potato Casserole
Ingredients
- 4 ½ pounds sweet potatoes
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup butter
softened
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups cornflakes cereal
crushed
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
melted
- 1 ½ cups miniature marshmallows
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°. Bake sweet potatoes at 400° for 1 hour or until tender. Let stand until cool to touch (about 20 minutes); peel and mash sweet potatoes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°.
- 2
Beat mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, and next 5 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Spoon potato mixture into a greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish.
- 3
Combine cornflakes cereal and next 3 ingredients in a small bowl. Sprinkle over casserole in diagonal rows 2 inches apart.
- 4
Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand 10 minutes. Sprinkle marshmallows in alternate rows between cornflake mixture; bake 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Classic Sweet Potato Casserole
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting side dish that brings everyone to the table? This Classic Sweet Potato Casserole delivers on every front, combining velvety sweet potatoes with irresistible crunchy and gooey toppings for a truly memorable dish.
What makes this recipe stand out is its masterful balance of textures and flavors. You'll find a luscious, sweet potato base perfectly complemented by two distinct toppings: a buttery, brown sugar-infused cornflake and pecan crunch, and a layer of golden, toasted miniature marshmallows.
Prepare for a truly indulgent experience that hits all the right notes. The rich, creamy sweet potato mixture, subtly sweetened with sugar, butter, milk, and vanilla, forms the perfect foundation. Above it, you'll discover a delightful contrast from the crisp, nutty pecan and cornflake streusel, which provides a satisfying crunch in every spoonful. Finally, the soft, melted marshmallows on top add a gooey, caramelized finish that makes this casserole utterly irresistible.
While this recipe is a classic, you can easily tailor it to your liking. Adjust the amount of cornflakes and pecans for more or less crunch, or even swap the pecans for walnuts. If you're not a fan of marshmallows, simply omit them to let the crisp topping take center stage, or vice versa.
This Classic Sweet Potato Casserole is the quintessential addition to any holiday feast, family dinner, or celebratory meal. It's designed to be the star side dish, bringing warmth and a touch of sweetness to your spread.