Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping
Jazz up old fashioned sweet potato casserole with a splash of bourbon and a buttery pecan topping. This southern sweet potato casserole is the best Thanksgiving side dish.
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 370kcal
Ingredients
Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole
- 4-5 sweet potatoes medium to large
- 2 Tablespoons bourbon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- 2 eggs whisked
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup butter melted
Pecan Topping
- ¾ cup pecans chopped
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉ and bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-2 inch cubes. Carefully add the potatoes to the boiling water and cook for 10-15 minutes until they are fork tender. Drain.
- Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl and mash them until smooth using a potato masher.
- To the large mixing bowl, add all other ingredients for the bourbon sweet potato casserole. Stir until well combined. Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased 8x8 casserole dish.
- Prepare the pecan topping by combining all the topping ingredients in a medium bowl. Evenly spread the pecan topping over the casserole.
- Bake at 350℉, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes until cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
- This recipe can be considered family-friendly because alcohol evaporates when it's cooked.
- I used Buffalo Trace bourbon when testing this recipe.
- You can toast the pecans before incorporating them into the topping to enhance their crunch and flavor. To toast pecans, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently for approximately 5 minutes, or until they become fragrant and turn golden brown.
- If the pecan topping is not browning to your liking, you can broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 416mg | Potassium: 427mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 14753IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg
