Pecan Sweet Potato Bake

Name: Pecan Sweet Potato Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6-8 servings.
Ingredients: 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup half-and-half cream; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon salt; TOPPING:; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed; 1/2 cup chopped pecans

The luscious sweet potato pecan recipe was handed down through my husband’s family, and it’s become a tradition for me to serve it during the holidays. Everyone loves it! —Nanci Keatley, Salem, Oregon

Ingredients

3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; beat until light and fluffy. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish.
For topping, combine the brown sugar and flour in a small bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Fold in pecans. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 419 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 194mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.

Originally published as Sweet Potato Souffle in Taste of Home December/January 2006

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Holberg99

Feb 23, 2019

Loved it, was devoured
missmommie

Nov 21, 2018

This is a must have in my house.
GB

Nov 23, 2017

This is my husband's must have Thanksgiving side dish. I double the recipe and use 50% sweet potatoes and 50% yams. The combination is wonderful! Be sure to double the topping. I also top it with fresh whipped cream.
dcscake_OH

Oct 21, 2017

I made this last Thanksgiving, but forgot to review it. It was so good, family loved it and will be making it again this year.
LPHJKitchen

Nov 25, 2016

YUM! I decided to switch up our holiday sweet potatoes and tried this. It was SO good! It went great with our turkey! I added a bit more topping for some extra crunch. Perfect!
Kasha

Nov 8, 2016

This is really good, like dessert! Doubled the topping to get even better cover
SweetJeans

Apr 6, 2016

I have made this and it is absolutely delicious, easy and everyone likes the pecans on top.
cast_iron_king

Nov 27, 2015

Great recipe, and so easy! I wanted a change from candied yams this Thanksgiving, and this was a hit! I'll definitely be making this again!
heatherdthomas

Nov 25, 2013

This has been our family's favorite recipe for years. My 10 year old just reminded me not to forget it for Thanksgiving!
lvarner

Oct 4, 2013

This is a great recipe for fall, including at the Thanksgiving table. The topping makes it special. It is so tasty!