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This EASY Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe has been in my family for generations! Sliced sweet potatoes topped with butter and brown sugar – it’s not the holidays without this side dish!

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This particular sweet potato casserole recipe has been on my family’s Thanksgiving table for as long as I can remember! My mom knocked it out of the park with this one for sure and I’m proud to be sharing it with you today!

This sweet potato casserole first appeared here on Mostly Homemade Mom food blog in 2012yes you read that right! Formerly named Layered Sweet Potato Casserole, it’s been a Pinterest favorite ever since.

Can you make sweet potato casserole ahead?

Absolutely! Make up the dish, cover tightly with foil, and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days before Thanksgiving. When ready, bake as directed in the recipe instructions – allowing an additional 10 minutes or so to account for the chill.

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How do you boil sweet potatoes for sweet potato casserole?

Pretty simple, just lay the sweet potatoes in the bottom of a large stock pot and cover the sweet potatoes with water, bring to a boil, and cook until soft – anywhere from 15 – 40 minutes depending on the size of the sweet potatoes.

How do you make this easy sweet potato casserole recipe?

Cover the potatoes with about an inch of water and bring to a boil. Continue to cook until the sweet potatoes are soft and are easily pierced with a fork. Drain and allow to cool to room temperature.

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Peel and slice the sweet potatoes about 1 inch in thickness. Slice the stick of butter into 16 slices.

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Place one layer of sweet potatoes in the bottom of the baking dish. Top with 5 slices of butter and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Repeat layers twice more and then bake.

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Can you freeze this sweet potato casserole recipe?

Yes! Freeze before baking and then allow to thaw before baking in the oven. You could also freeze leftover sweet potato casserole as a side dish for a future meal as well!

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Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

This sweet potato casserole recipe layers sliced sweet potatoes, butter, and brown sugar for a fantastic Thanksgiving side dish.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: sweet potato casserole recipe

Prep Time: 1 hour hour

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 263kcal

Author: Kelly Miller

Ingredients

  • 6 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 stick butter cut into 16 1/2 tablespoon slices
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar divided

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Nutrition

Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 356mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 14185IU | Vitamin C: 2.3mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.7mg

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  1. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (10)Erin Sipes says

    These look delish, we always make our sweet potatoes in a skillet but this year we may have to give this recipe a try!

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    • Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (11)Kelly @ Semi Homemade Mom says

      Thanks interesting, Erin. I've never heard of cooking them in a skillet before! Probably less steps than this one, but this definitely feeds our whole Thanksgiving crowd of 10-12 people.

      Reply

  2. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (12)Maria says

    These look amazing!! Especially the sweet potato casserole, looks so wonderfully comforting!

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  3. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (13)becca says

    yum the look delicious

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  4. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (15)Paula Parrish says

    hese side dish recipes sound super yummy and simple. Thanks for sharing. ;o)

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  5. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (16)4 You With Love says

    I love how simple yet amazing these dishes are! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply

  6. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (17)Christina says

    They look delicious!

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  7. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (18)healthymommyhealthybaby says

    Yum! I've never had stuffing with corn like that…you've caught my interest. Thanks for sharing at Meatless Monday this week 🙂

    Reply

  8. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (19)Krista says

    Oh this looks so good. I do a sweet potato casserole, but this is so much easier! I will definitely be trying it. Thanks for sharing at Church Supper. Have a blessed week, Happy Thanksgiving and come back soon ~EMM

    Reply

  9. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (20)Betsy Pool says

    Both of those dishes look really good!! I'll have to try the corn bake sometime. Thanks for linking up at Romance on a dime!! Pinning this.

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  10. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (21)Hugs for the Chef says

    oh this sounds like a dream! Perfect for the Holidays. I love sweet potatoes! I just started food blogging and love seeing all these amazing meals. Thanks for the inspiration!

    hugsforthechef.blogspot.com

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  11. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (22)Sandy says

    Both your recipes look good and I'm a
    Sweet Potato lover.. will give these
    a try this year..
    Thanks so much for sharing
    Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family
    Sandy

    Reply

  12. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (23)kermiefrg says

    That stuffed corn bake looks really good! I actually like that for Thanksgiving too!

    Reply

  13. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (24)igotthismartha says

    This looks really good!

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  14. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (25)Mike Tara McMillan says

    I used to eat country crock, and I loved it. I haev since found out about how bad vegetable oils are and now I use real butter, coconut oil, and healthy fats. Weston A Price Foundation advocated for animal foods, and not processed foods. Here's to your health!

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  15. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (26)Analiza Brown says

    This looks great! I am looking forward to trying this out during the holidays this year =-)

    Liza
    Holistic Doctor Dallas

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  16. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (27)Joyce says

    Delicious!! And very easy!!!

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  17. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (28)Annette Dricker says

    The best sweet potato recipe ever!

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  18. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (29)Maria says

    Good and easy

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    • Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (30)Kelly Miller says

      So glad you liked it, Maria!

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  19. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (31)Ann says

    This is the same recipe my Grandma and my Mom my whole family uses this recipe

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FAQs

Why put eggs in sweet potato casserole? ›

The egg is the all-important binder in a sweet potato casserole: it enriches and stiffens the mixture without making it heavy. Make sure to cool the mash slightly before adding the egg so it doesn't scramble, and to stir well so there are no streaks of cooked egg white in the finished dish.

What's the difference between sweet potato pie and sweet potato casserole? ›

The difference is that sweet potato casserole can either have a toasted marshmallow top or a crunchy brown sugar/nut top and is made with brown sugar in the casserole. Sweet potato pie is made with white sugar, has nothing on top, but can be served with whipped topping.

Why do you soak sweet potatoes before baking? ›

The cold water bath helps rinse the starch off the sweet potatoes so they're a bit more crispy. That said, if you do not have the time, you can still get crispy baked sweet potato fries by using high heat and a little drizzle of olive oil.

How does Ina Garten bake sweet potatoes? ›

directions
  1. Preheat oven to 425*F.
  2. Cut sweet potatoes in wedges or like french fries.
  3. Place wedges on large baking pan or cookie sheet. ...
  4. Now sprinkle over brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. ...
  5. Spread out in a single layer. ...
  6. Place back in oven and bake another 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Why is my sweet potato casserole so watery? ›

Why is my sweet potato casserole watery? If you overcook your sweet potatoes, they may begin to absorb too much liquid, making them watery. It's important to cut your potatoes into equal-sized pieces so that they all cook at the same rate. Make sure to remove them from the steamer as soon as they are fork-tender!

How do you make sweet potato casserole not watery? ›

You should always bake sweet potatoes. Baking intensifies the flavors. Boiling drains out flavor and also makes the sweet potatoes wet. If you bake the sweet potatoes and don't add liquid, you will not have watery sweet potato casserole.

Can I substitute canned sweet potatoes for fresh sweet potatoes? ›

Canned or frozen sweet potatoes may be substituted for the fresh form in any recipe calling for cooked sweet potatoes as the starting point. Canned sweet potatoes are generally smaller in diameter because of their better canning qualities.

Are candied yams and sweet potato casserole the same thing? ›

While both are sweet sides, they are different. Sweet potato casserole involves mashing the potatoes, turning them into a custard of sorts, and then topping them with marshmallows and/or pecans before baking. We don't do any of this when making candied sweet potatoes!

What is the healthiest way to eat sweet potatoes? ›

Boiling sweet potatoes retains more beta-carotene and makes the nutrient more absorbable than other cooking methods such as baking or frying. Up to 92% of the nutrient can be retained by limiting the cook time, such as boiling in a pot with a tightly covered lid for 20 minutes.

Is it better to peel sweet potatoes before or after boiling? ›

There is not much difference between boiling sweet potatoes with the skins on versus peeling them, but you will get a boost of fiber and potassium if you keep the skin on. The skin also adds a subtle texture to each bite. If you're looking for a smoother mash, peel the potatoes first before boiling.

Do sweet potatoes taste better baked or boiled? ›

Like David Wilcox says, baking the sweet potato produces a deeper flavor. I find that baking them brings out a sweeter flavor as well. But what you need to do is experiment and bake a pie using sweet potatoes that have been prepared both ways. You might find that you like it better when they are boiled.

How to bake sweet potato in oven Martha Stewart? ›

Pierce potatoes all over with the tines of a fork and bake in oven, directly on rack, until soft and caramelizing, 1 1/2 hours. Slash the tops of potatoes open with the tip of a sharp knife and push ends of each potato toward each other to open. Divide butter, salt, and pepper among potatoes and serve.

Is it better to bake sweet potatoes in foil or not? ›

Wrapping the sweet potatoes in foil ensures that they don't dry out too quickly, and allows you to add aromatics if desired.

Are yams and sweet potatoes the same? ›

No, yams and sweet potatoes are not the same. Yams have rough, dark brown skin that is often compared to tree bark, and their flesh is dry and starchy like a regular potato. Sweet potatoes have smooth reddish skin, softer flesh (when cooked), and a sweet flavor.

What is the purpose of adding eggs in baking? ›

What Eggs Do in Baking Recipes. Eggs play an important role in everything from cakes and cookies to meringues and pastry cream — they create structure and stability within a batter, they help thicken and emulsify sauces and custards, they add moisture to cakes and other baked goods, and can even act as glue or glaze.

Does egg thicken casserole? ›

The proteins in eggs coagulate or set at different temperatures. This results in thickening but it means that eggs must be cooked gently and heated carefully or they will scramble rather than thicken a sauce or other mixture.

What is the purpose of putting an egg in mashed potatoes? ›

Adding egg yolks to a pot of mashed potatoes is an easy, dairy-free texture and taste upgrade that doesn't require any special techniques. The yolks harbor all the flavorful fats and emulsifying components and will thus effectively unify the fat and water in potatoes, translating to a smoother, uniformly creamy pot.

How can I thicken my sweet potato casserole? ›

Everything you'll need to make this recipe.

Choose orange sweet potatoes for the best flavor and sweetness. Brown sugar adds a depth of flavor with a hint of molasses and helps create a caramel-like sauce. All-purpose flour will help thicken the sauce and give some structure.

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