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Quick Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel: Easy 30-Min Recipe

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A quick and easy sweet potato casserole with a buttery pecan streusel topping, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknights, holidays, or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 large or 3 medium)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Cook the sweet potatoes: Pierce 2 large sweet potatoes with a fork. Microwave on high for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until fork-tender. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  3. Toast the pecans: In a small skillet over medium heat, stir chopped pecans for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside.
  4. Make the pecan streusel: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cut in 4 tablespoons cold cubed butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in toasted pecans.
  5. Prepare the sweet potato base: Peel the cooled sweet potatoes and mash in a large bowl. Add 4 tablespoons melted butter, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 beaten egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir until well combined.
  6. Assemble the casserole: Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish. Spread sweet potato mixture evenly. Sprinkle pecan streusel on top without pressing down.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until streusel is golden brown and edges are bubbly. Optionally, broil for 1-2 minutes for deeper color.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Toast pecans for best flavor. Use cold butter for streusel. Don’t over-mash sweet potatoes. Let casserole rest before serving.

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