Description
This Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy family meal. It combines smooth, buttery sweet potatoes with a rich, sweet, and nutty pecan topping, all slow-cooked in a crockpot to perfection, delivering deep flavors and a tender texture without needing an oven.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potato Mixture
- 2 (29-ounce) cans sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2–1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 2 large eggs
- 1–1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
Topping
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans (measured after chopping)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potato Mixture: Drain the canned sweet potatoes and combine them in a large mixing bowl with softened butter, sugar, salt, light brown sugar, orange juice, eggs, vanilla extract, and evaporated milk. Mash or blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy, ensuring all components are well incorporated.
- Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans, light brown sugar, flour, vanilla extract, softened butter, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the topping mixture is crumbly but sticks together when pressed lightly.
- Assemble in the Crockpot: Grease the inside of the crockpot to prevent sticking. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in the crockpot base. Then sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato layer.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for approximately 3 to 4 hours. The casserole is done when the sweet potato mixture is hot and set, and the topping has become crisp and golden brown.
- Serve: Once cooked, carefully remove the crockpot insert or serve directly from the crockpot. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to let it set fully for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use canned sweet potatoes for convenience, but if you prefer, fresh cooked and mashed sweet potatoes can be substituted.
- Evaporated milk gives a rich flavor; whole milk can be substituted but will slightly alter the texture.
- If the topping looks too dry, add a little extra melted butter to bind it better.
- Cooking times may vary depending on crockpot model and size; check doneness starting at 3 hours.
- This casserole pairs well with roasted meats or as a sweet side dish for holiday meals.
Keywords: Crockpot sweet potato casserole, holiday side dish, pecan topping, easy sweet potato recipe, slow cooker casserole