Description
This Ruth Chris-inspired Sweet Potato Casserole is a rich and flavorful dish that perfectly blends creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy, buttery pecan topping. It’s the ideal side dish for any holiday meal or family gathering. The combination of the sweet potato base and the nutty, sugary crumble is irresistible and sure to be a crowd favorite. Recreate the magic of Ruth’s Chris in your own kitchen with this easy-to-follow recipe!
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.
- Mix Sweet Potato Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sweet potato, granulated sugar, softened butter, egg, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Spread Mixture: Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare Crumb Topping: In another bowl, mix together the light brown sugar, chopped pecans, all-purpose flour, and melted butter until well blended.
- Add Crumb Topping: Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the top of the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and hot.
- Serve: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it stand for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together perfectly.
Notes
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: This casserole can be made ahead and frozen. After baking, allow it to cool completely, then cover and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven before serving.
- Nut-Free Option: If you prefer not to use pecans, you can substitute with other nuts like walnuts or almonds, or skip the nuts entirely for a smoother topping.
- Make Ahead: This casserole can be prepared a day ahead. Simply assemble it and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Holiday, Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg