Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

This is the family-favorite sweet potato casserole recipe I've used for years—so good, you'll want it for dessert! Perfectly spiced and topped with a crunchy crumble, it's the star side dish for your Thanksgiving feast or any special occasion. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 548.5 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating Be the first
Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole 288

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Forktionary editorial kitchen team

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole

  • 3 pounds cooked sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 cup melted, 1/4 cup cold)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
  • Non-stick cooking spray

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and cube approximately 3 pounds of sweet potatoes. Boil until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain well and mash thoroughly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Mix until well combined.
  4. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared dish.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces. Mix with your fingers or a pastry blender until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

212g

Fat

56g

Carbs

24g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole?

Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole?

Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole has approximately 548.5 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 41 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole?

The key ingredients for Missy's Sweet Potato Casserole are Cooked Sweet Potatoes, Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Milk, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

Reviews

No reviews yet — be the first to share your thoughts on this recipe!

Write a Review