Aunt Betty's Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Aunt Betty's Sweet Potato Casserole! This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect as a comforting side or a delightful dessert. The creamy, spiced sweet potatoes are baked to golden perfection, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Skip the prep work and get straight to the baking – this recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 376.2 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aunt Betty's Sweet Potato Casserole

  • 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • Margarine (no specific quantity in recipe, uses butter)
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Oleo (no specific quantity in recipe, uses butter)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup cold butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

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How to Make Aunt Betty's Sweet Potato Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked and mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  4. Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and pecans for the topping.
  6. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
  8. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

157g

Fat

13g

Carbs

18g

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