Southern Praline Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food: a decadent Southern Praline Sweet Potato Casserole! This irresistible recipe features creamy, spiced sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy pecan praline topping that will disappear in minutes. Forget reheating leftovers – this dish is so delicious, it won't last long! Perfect for Thanksgiving, holidays, or any occasion.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 657.1 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southern Praline Sweet Potato Casserole

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How to Make Southern Praline Sweet Potato Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Pierce 4 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs total) several times with a fork. Place on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  5. While potatoes bake, prepare the milk mixture: In a small saucepan, heat 1/2 cup milk and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat until hot but not boiling. Set aside, keeping warm.
  6. Once cool enough to handle, cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides into a large mixing bowl. Discard the skins.
  7. Mash the sweet potatoes thoroughly using a potato masher or electric mixer.
  8. Stir in the warm milk mixture into the mashed potatoes.
  9. Add 2 large eggs and beat until well combined.
  10. Stir in 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar.
  11. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.
  12. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared dish.
  13. Prepare the praline topping: Melt 1/2 cup butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  14. Stir in 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/2 cup heavy cream.
  15. Add 1 cup pecan halves.
  16. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (5-7 minutes).
  17. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  18. Pour the praline topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
  19. Spread with a spatula to ensure even coverage.
  20. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
  21. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

180g

Fat

92g

Carbs

21g

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