Crock Pot Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans and Streusel Topping Recipe
This Crock Pot Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring tender sweet potatoes cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, topped with a buttery pecan streusel crumb topping. Perfect for holidays or a cozy family dinner, it combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich flavors of cinnamon, maple syrup, and vanilla, all prepared with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Mixture
- 4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- cooking spray
Streusel Topping
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup flour
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Crock Pot: Spray the inside of a 6-quart crock pot with cooking spray to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Combine Sweet Potato Ingredients: Place the peeled and cut sweet potatoes, melted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and water into the crock pot. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Cover the crock pot and cook on high heat for 3-4 hours, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Mix in Eggs and Mash: Uncover the crock pot and allow the sweet potato mixture to cool slightly. Add the lightly beaten eggs, then use a hand mixer or potato masher to mash and blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Make the Streusel Topping: In a separate bowl, combine 3/4 cup brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and chopped pecans. Mix until coarse crumbs form to create the topping.
- Add Topping and Cook Further: Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the mashed sweet potatoes. Cover again and cook on high for an additional 2 hours to set the topping and meld flavors.
- Serve: After cooking, let the casserole stand uncovered for 5 minutes to slightly cool and set before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the sweet potatoes are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or leave nuts out for a nut-free version.
- Maple syrup adds a rich sweetness, but honey or molasses can be alternatives.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead; refrigerate and reheat before serving.
- If you prefer a crunchier topping, briefly broil under an oven after slow cooking to crisp the streusel.
