Sweet Potato Casserole with Almond Streusel Topping
Sweet Potato Casserole with Almond Streusel Topping is a holiday favorite that combines creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy almond topping. This comforting dish is perfect for gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures. With its warm aroma and visually appealing presentation, it’s sure to become a cherished tradition at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake washed and pierced sweet potatoes for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Scoop out cooled sweet potato flesh into a bowl. Mash with brown sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix almonds, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in a greased baking dish and top with streusel.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like nutmeg or ginger. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days or frozen before baking for up to three months.