Crispy Baked Sweet Potatoes

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Crispy Baked Sweet Potatoes.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C) and greasing a lovely casserole dish to ensure your sweet potato delight doesn’t stick.

2. Step 2

   In a large pot, toss in your cubed sweet potatoes and cover them with salted water.

3. Step 3

   Bring this to a lively boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender, which should take about 20 minutes.

4. Step 4

   Once they’re soft, drain the sweet potatoes and mash them until they’re smooth and creamy.

5. Step 5

   Measure out 3 cups of this delicious mash and transfer it to a spacious mixing bowl.

6. Step 6

   Now, grab your electric hand mixer and blend the mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, half a cup of butter, milk, eggs, and a splash of vanilla extract.

7. Step 7

   Mix until everything is beautifully smooth and creamy, then pour this luscious mixture into your prepared casserole dish.

8. Step 8

   In a separate bowl, melt some butter and combine it with chopped pecans, stirring well to coat them.

9. Step 9

   Add in the flour and mix until everything is nicely combined.

10. Step 10

    Sprinkle this delightful pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish.

11. Step 11

    Now, it’s time to bake! Place your dish in the preheated oven and let it bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until it’s heated through and bubbling with joy.

12. Step 12

    Enjoy the warm, comforting aroma that fills your kitchen as you await this scrumptious dish!.