Description
Ruth’s Chris Sweet Potato Casserole is a classic Southern comfort dish featuring creamy mashed sweet potatoes topped with a sweet, crunchy pecan crumble. This casserole balances smooth sweetness with a buttery, nutty topping, making it a perfect side for holiday meals or any cozy dinner gathering.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potato Mixture
- 3 cups cooked sweet potato (mashed)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup softened butter
- 1 whole egg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Crumb Topping
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- ¾ cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish or a 9-inch baking pan with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Sweet Potato Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, softened butter, egg, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, making sure it’s level for an even bake.
- Prepare Crumb Topping: In another bowl, blend together the light brown sugar, chopped pecans, all-purpose flour, and melted butter until well combined and crumbly.
- Add Crumb Topping: Sprinkle the prepared crumb topping evenly over the surface of the sweet potato layer, covering it thoroughly.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden and crisp.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to stand for 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and the dish set.
Notes
- Make sure the sweet potatoes are fully cooked and well mashed for the smoothest texture.
- You can toast the pecans lightly before mixing for extra flavor.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead; cover and refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
- For a richer flavor, consider using brown sugar in the sweet potato mixture as well.
- Use unsalted butter and adjust salt accordingly if using salted variants.
