Description
This Ruth’s Chris Sweet Potato Casserole is a deliciously creamy and indulgent side dish featuring mashed sweet potatoes blended with sugar and butter, topped with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar crumb. Baked to bubbly perfection, it’s a perfect addition to holiday meals or any comforting dinner.
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). Grease a 2-quart baking dish or a 9-inch baking pan with non-stick spray to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick during baking.
- Mix Sweet Potato Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, softened butter, whole egg, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture thoroughly until it is smooth and creamy in texture.
- Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top so it’s ready for the crumb topping.
- Prepare Crumb Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the light brown sugar, chopped pecans, all-purpose flour, and melted butter. Mix well until fully blended to form a crumbly topping.
- Add Crumb Topping: Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer in the baking dish, covering the entire surface.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes. The casserole is done when it is bubbly around the edges and the topping is golden and crisp.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and the casserole to set for easier serving.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked and warm mashed sweet potatoes for the best texture and flavor.
- If you prefer, pecans can be toasted lightly before mixing for extra depth of flavor.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; add a few extra minutes to bake when reheating.
- For a richer topping, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the crumb mixture.
- Ensure the baking dish is appropriately sized to prevent overflow during baking.
