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    Published Nov 3, 2020 (Updated Feb 8, 2023) by Heather Bilyeu

    Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole

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    This Thanksgiving staple gets an extra flavor kick with brown butter oatmeal streusel topping! Make sure to include Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole at your Thanksgiving table this year!

    Everyone has their favorite Thanksgiving side dishes.

    Buttery mashed potatoes, carbed-up herb stuffing, cheesy broccoli casserole, tangy cranberry dressing, tender rolls, and juicy fried turkey (thanks, dad!).

    We all have the sides that we look forward to, get seconds (and thirds) of, and just downright inhale like we have never eaten before. That is some of the best parts about Thanksgiving no doubt. I feel very strongly about all of them in their own lovely and tasty ways but.......sweet potatoes!

    cubed sweet potatoes on a white table.

    I love sweet potatoes year-round. They are a staple in our weekly meal/side/carb rotation and I would absolutely say I couldn't live without them. I make them in baked fries form 99% of the time. HOWEVER, Thanksgiving gives permission to all sweet potatoes around to put on their most fancy dresses and best-dressed suits (conveniently named butter & brown sugar) and come out for a night on the town!

    Suddenly my favorite veggie carb transforms into a sweet whipped sensation adorned with all the fall spices. It's heavenly and you know it!

    ingredients for Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole  in clear bowls.

    What Makes This Sweet Potato Casserole Different?

    This year I decided to whip out the big guns and decorate the top with browned butter (remember my slight obsession??) and an oatmeal streusel topping.

    I know I know. You are welcome!

    It comes out in the most lovely crumbly almost granola-like topping that perfectly incorporates into the potatoes as you serve and adds just the right amount of crunch needed. Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole you are almost too good to be true!

    Sweet Potato Casserole in white pan.

    This only requires a couple of ingredients and doesn't take that long to prepare.

    Can I Make This Casserole Ahead of Time and Freeze it Before Thanksgiving?

    Absolutely! Make it all the way up until needing to be baked BUT leave off the topping. Wrap tightly in foil and place in the freezer until needed. Make sure you label the top so you know what it is. 🙂

    Place in the fridge the day before you need to bake to begin to thaw. Unwrap, add the brown butter streusel topping and bake as directed!

    You can also make it a day or two in advance and leave it in the refrigerator unbaked until Thanksgiving. Just pop it in the oven before you head out to your family or before your guests arrive and everyone will be raving over this favorite Thanksgiving side!

    Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole served on white plate with pan in background.

    Let me know what your favorite Thanksgiving sides are as you start prepping your menus this week! Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole may now become one 😉 Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving!

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    Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole on white table

    Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole


    • Author: Heather
    • Total Time: 1 hour 30 mins
    • Yield: 12 1x
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    This Thanksgiving staple gets an extra flavor kick with brown butter oatmeal streusel topping! Make sure to include Brown Butter Sweet Potato Casserole at your Thanksgiving table this year!


    Ingredients

    Scale
    • 4 Pounds Sweet Potatoes (or 4 large potatoes)
    • 2 Eggs
    • ¼ Cup Butter
    • ¼ C Brown Sugar
    • ½ Cup Milk (or up to a cup depending on consistency)
    • 1 Teaspoon Salt
    • 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
    • ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg
    • ⅛ Teaspoon Allspice
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
    • Streusel Topping:
    • ¼ Cup Butter, browned
    • ½ Cup Flour
    • ½ Cup Oatmeal
    • ½ Cup Brown Sugar
    • 1 Cup Pecan, pieces

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    2. Peel and dice all potatoes.
    3. Place diced potatoes in large pot and cover with water. Place on stove over high heat and bring to a boil. Once at a boil, cover with a lid and let cook until potatoes are fork tender (10-15 minutes).
    4. Drain the potatoes and place in a large bowl.
    5. Add butter, brown sugar, eggs, spices and vanilla. Mix with a hand mixer until smooth.
    6. Add in milk and mix again until smooth. Add more milk if needed for the desired consistency.
    7. Place in a greased baking dish and set aside.
    8. Place ¼ cup butter in a small pan and cook until browned. Add into a small dish.
    9. Add in brown sugar, flour, oats & pecans and mix until thoroughly coated.
    10. Spread streusel topping over sweet potato mixture.
    11. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

    Notes

    1. Can be enjoyed for 3-4 days wrapped tightly in a refrigerator.
    • Prep Time: 60 mins
    • Cook Time: 30 mins
    • Category: Side
    • Method: Cooking
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: ½ cup
    • Calories: 383
    • Sugar: 18.5 g
    • Sodium: 263.9 mg
    • Fat: 23.3 g
    • Carbohydrates: 41.1 g
    • Fiber: 5.1 g
    • Protein: 5.6 g
    • Cholesterol: 52.3 mg

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    1. Jackie says

      November 23, 2017 at 10:50 pm

      Made this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner this year. Everyone LOVED it! Thank you for sharing this recipe. I will be making it again and again and again. YUM!

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      • Heather says

        November 26, 2017 at 6:04 pm

        Oh YAY!!!! This makes me so happy!!! I am so glad you liked it 🙂

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