Description

This Pecan Crunch Sweet Potato Casserole (no marshmallows) is a Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving favorite that balances creamy, maple-sweetened potatoes with a buttery pecan topping. Inspired by Trisha Yearwood’s sweet potato soufflé, this version is made without marshmallows and is designed to be prepared the night before, making your holiday cooking completely stress-free.

Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes:

5 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons flour
2 eggs

For the Pecan Crunch Topping:

1 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup flour
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cut into quarters

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Instructions

Peel and quarter the sweet potatoes. Place in an Instant Pot with just enough water to cover and add ½ teaspoon of salt.
Pressure cook on high for 3 minutes, then quick release and drain.
Add 1 stick of butter to the warm potatoes and mash until smooth.
Mix in the sugar, milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and flour until combined.
Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the eggs.
Pour the sweet potato mixture into a 9×13 casserole dish.
In a separate bowl, combine pecans, flour, brown sugar, and butter. Mix with a fork, pastry cutter, or your hands until a crumble forms.
Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the sweet potatoes.
Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 8 hours).
When ready to bake, remove from the fridge 30 minutes before baking.
Uncover and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
Serve warm and enjoy your new holiday favorite!

Notes

Make-ahead tip: Prepping this casserole the night before saves time and enhances the flavor.

Gluten-free option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat at 325°F until warm.

Freezer tip: Assemble and freeze up to 1 month ahead. Thaw overnight before baking.

No Instant Pot? Boil sweet potatoes until tender, about 20–25 minutes, then proceed with the recipe.

Prep Time: 15
chill time: overnight
Cook Time: 40
Category: Side
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American