Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet Potato Casserole is a beloved Thanksgiving side dish that combines the natural sweetness of tender sweet potatoes with a buttery, crunchy topping. This healthier version of the classic recipe maintains the same comforting flavors while incorporating nutrient-rich ingredients like oats and cinnamon.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- pinch of salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3 tbsp butter melted
For the topping:
- 3/4 cup oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Wash and poke holes in sweet potatoes, then bake for 45 minutes or until tender.
- Allow sweet potatoes to cool, then scoop the flesh into a bowl and mash until smooth.
- Add eggs, vanilla, 3 tbsp brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and 3 tbsp melted butter to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 3 tbsp melted butter for the topping.
- Grease a small baking dish and spread the sweet potato mixture evenly inside.
- Sprinkle the topping mixture over the sweet potato filling, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake in the oven for 30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 211mgPotassium: 603mgFiber: 6gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 21805IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 2mg
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