why make this recipe

Praline Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful dish that brings together sweet potatoes and a crunchy, buttery topping. It’s perfect for holiday dinners or family gatherings. This recipe not only serves as a comforting side dish but also adds a sweet touch to any meal. The combination of creamy sweet potatoes and crunchy praline makes it hard to resist.

how to make Praline Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

2 cans (40 oz each) sweet potatoes, drained well
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 tablespoons butter, melted (for praline crumble)
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the drained sweet potatoes, melted butter, granulated sugar, whole milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased casserole dish.
In another bowl, mix the melted butter, chopped pecans, light brown sugar, and all-purpose flour to create the praline crumble.
Sprinkle the praline crumble over the sweet potato mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
Let it cool slightly before serving.

how to serve Praline Sweet Potato Casserole

Serve the Praline Sweet Potato Casserole warm as a side dish during your family meals or special occasions. It pairs perfectly with roast meats, such as turkey or ham. You can also enjoy it as a comforting dish any time of the year.

how to store Praline Sweet Potato Casserole

To store leftovers, let the casserole cool completely. Then cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3-4 days. If you want to store it longer, you can freeze it before baking. Just thaw it in the fridge overnight before baking it as directed.

tips to make Praline Sweet Potato Casserole

Make sure to drain the sweet potatoes well to avoid a watery casserole.
For a richer flavor, consider using brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for the sweet potato mixture.
Make the praline crumble ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

variation

If you want to add a twist to the recipe, consider adding mini marshmallows on top of the casserole along with the praline crumble. This adds an extra layer of sweetness and makes it even more festive!

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh sweet potatoes instead of canned?
Yes, you can! Just peel, cook, and mash about 4 cups of fresh sweet potatoes and use them in place of canned sweet potatoes.

2. Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the sweet potato mixture and praline topping separately a day in advance. Just combine and bake when you’re ready to serve.

3. Is this casserole gluten-free?
No, this recipe contains all-purpose flour in the praline topping. To make it gluten-free, you can substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.

Praline Sweet Potato Casserole

A delightful dish of creamy sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy praline crumble, perfect for holiday dinners and family gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 8 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

Sweet Potato Mixture

80 oz 2 cans (40 oz each) sweet potatoes, drained well Make sure to drain the sweet potatoes well to avoid a watery casserole.
1/2 cup butter, melted ½ cup melted butter for sweet potato mixture.
1/2 cup granulated sugar For a richer flavor, consider using brown sugar instead.
1/4 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Praline Crumble

5 tablespoons butter, melted Butter for praline crumble.
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour For a gluten-free version, substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the drained sweet potatoes, melted butter, granulated sugar, whole milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased casserole dish.
In another bowl, mix the melted butter, chopped pecans, light brown sugar, and all-purpose flour to create the praline crumble.
Sprinkle the praline crumble over the sweet potato mixture.

Baking

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm during family meals or special occasions. Pairs well with roast meats. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze before baking.

Keyword Casserole, Comfort Food, Holiday Recipe, Praline, Sweet Potato