Description
Ruth’s Chris Sweet Potato Casserole is a classic, comforting side dish perfect for holiday dinners or any special occasion. It combines creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a buttery, sweet, and crunchy pecan topping baked to golden perfection. This recipe yields a rich and flavorful casserole that pairs beautifully with roasted meats and festive meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Mixture
- 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 3 large sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Pecan Topping
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Combine Sweet Potato Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, melted butter, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, whole milk, and salt until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, creating a smooth, level surface for the topping.
- Prepare Pecan Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, all-purpose flour, chopped pecans, and melted butter until the ingredients are well combined to form a crumbly topping.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish, covering it completely.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly throughout.
Notes
- For a smoother sweet potato mixture, mash the sweet potatoes very well before combining.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts if preferred.
- If you like a more pronounced vanilla flavor, consider adding an extra 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Make sure to melt the butter before mixing for better integration.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
- Cover with foil if the topping browns too quickly during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
