Brenda Gantt Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
Brenda Gantt Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe is a warm, sweet and comforting Southern-style dish. It mixes soft sweet potatoes with a rich, buttery topping.
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1/4 cup butter cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional
Instructions
Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil them in a large pot of water. Cook until soft and tender. Drain well and let them cool slightly before mashing.
Mash the Potatoes
- Place cooked sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Mash them until smooth and creamy. Make sure there are no lumps for a soft texture.
Add Sweet Ingredients
- Add brown sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Mix everything well until smooth. The mixture should look creamy and slightly thick.
Prepare the Baking Dish
- Grease a baking dish lightly with butter. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the dish. Spread it evenly using a spoon or spatula.
Make the Topping
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, flour and cold butter. Use your fingers to create a crumbly texture. Add pecans if you like extra crunch.
Add Topping on Casserole
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture. Cover the entire surface for a crunchy golden layer.
Bake the Casserole
- Preheat oven to 180°C. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The top should turn golden brown and slightly crispy.
Cool and Serve
- Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as a side dish or sweet treat.
Notes
- Use marshmallows instead of pecan topping
- Add nutmeg for extra warm flavor
- Use honey instead of brown sugar
- Add orange zest for freshness
- Make ahead and bake later