This sweet potato casserole is just like the one found at your local Cracker Barrel restaurant. If you’re a fan, you’ll love this copycat recipe that you can make at home.
A tasty casserole is perfect for holiday dinners, potlucks or any occasion that calls for a delicious side dish. Made with fresh sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and a crunchy pecan topping, this easy recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
The best part is that this recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer your sweet potato casserole with extra marshmallows or want to add a touch of cinnamon to the topping, you can easily make this recipe your own.
Comfort food like this seems to taste even better in the winter months. It’s one of our favorite things.
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What is this Delicious Popular Restaurant Copycat Cracker Barrel Side Dish?
Cracker Barrel Sweet Potato Casserole is a delicious side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a crumbly, buttery topping.
The perfect side dish for any special occasion. This creamy and crunchy combination creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a must-try dish for anyone who loves sweet potatoes or is looking for a new and tasty side dish to add to their holiday meal.
For our family it hits all the taste buds, everyone takes big scoops so we need to make extra.
How to Make Cracker Barrell Copycat Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
This is a holiday staple in our house. It uses simple ingredients.
To make sweet potato casserole, start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Clean, peel and cut your sweet potatoes into small chunks and boil them until tender.
Drain and mash them in a bowl with a potato masher or hand mixer adding butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
Spread the mixture into a baking dish. Make the streusel. In a small bowl add the brown sugar, butter, and chopped pecans into small pieces. Add the butter mixture on top of the easy sweet potato casserole.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through. Serve hot and enjoy.
P.S. My sister-in-law adds mini marshmallows during the last 15 minutes of baking.
How to Reheat Sweet Potato
To reheat sweet potato, you can either use the microwave or the oven.
In the microwave, place the sweet potato on a microwave-safe dish and cover it with a damp paper towel. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes per sweet potato.
To reheat in the oven, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Wrap the sweet potato in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet. Heat in the oven for 10-15 minutes.
Be sure to let the sweet potato cool for a few minutes before handling it. Reheating sweet potatoes is a great way to enjoy leftovers and ensure that they are warm and delicious.
How to Store Leftovers
Store any leftovers in an airtight container. Place in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Place in the freezer and they will stay fresh up to 4 months.
When ready to eat, thaw and reheat.
How to Reheat Sweet Potato Casserole
To reheat sweet potato casserole, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the casserole dish with foil to prevent the top from burning and place it in the oven.
Oven method. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the casserole is heated through. If you want a crispy top, remove the foil for the last 5-10 minutes of baking.
Microwave method. Alternatively, you can reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. Just be sure to transfer the portion to a microwave-safe dish first. Enjoy your delicious reheated sweet potato casserole.
What to Serve with Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet potato casserole is a classic casserole that is perfect for fall and winter holidays. It’s sweet, creamy, and filling, making it a great side dish for roasted turkey, ham, or pork. Here are some ideas for what to serve with sweet potato casserole:
Main Dishes: There are so many things that this creamy sweet potatoes pairs with. Ham, Pork, prime Rib, or any busy weeknight dish as this can be made ahead of time and reheats well.
Green beans: A simple side dish that complements the sweetness of the casserole.
Cranberry sauce: The tartness of cranberry sauce balances the sweetness of the casserole.
Mashed potatoes: A classic side dish that pairs well with the creaminess of sweet potato casserole.
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Gravy: A rich, flavorful topping that ties the whole meal together.
Salad: A fresh, light side dish that contrasts with the richness of the casserole.
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Dinner rolls: Soft, buttery rolls that are perfect for soaking up the extra sauce from the casserole.
Dessert ideas: Key Lime pie, Philadelphia Cheesecake Pie, Boston Cream Poke Cake, or another family favorite.
Make this Dish Ahead of Time
A perfect make head for Thanksgiving Dinner. Make the day before and store in a large bowl. The next day, add your sweet potato mixture to a baking dish, top with the pecan pieces, and bake.
Prepare the sweet potatoes, mash, and mix with the other ingredients as indicated. Add to the prepared casserole dish. Cover with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or your casserole dish cover if you have one. Place in the refrigerator.
When ready to bake, add the pecan brown sugar topping to the top of the casserole and bake.
Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe Cracker Barrel Copycat
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Kitchen Essentials
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Mixture
- 4 Medium to Large Sweet Potatoes washed and cleaned
- ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar
- ½ Cup Brown Sugar
- 2 Large Eggs
- ½ Cup Milk
- ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ Teaspoon Nutmeg
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 Cup Butter softened
Topping
- ¾ Cup Brown Sugar
- 1/3 Cup Butter melted
- ½ Cup Pecans chopped
Instructions
Sweet Potato Mixture
- Peel and wash the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-2 inch pieces.4 Medium to Large Sweet Potatoes
- Add the sweet potatoes to a pot of water and cook over medium heat until tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them with a hand mixer on low or use a large blender or food processor for this step
- Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, salt, and butter. Beat on low speed until well combined.¼ Cup Granulated Sugar, ½ Cup Brown Sugar, 2 Large Eggs, ½ Cup Milk, ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon, ½ Teaspoon Nutmeg, ½ Teaspoon Salt, 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract, 1/2 Cup Butter
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
Topping
- In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar, melted butter, and chopped pecans until crumbly.¾ Cup Brown Sugar, 1/3 Cup Butter, ½ Cup Pecans
- Spread the topping mixture evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sweet potato mixture is heated through.
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Make this Dish Ahead of Time
Prepare the sweet potatoes, mash, and mix with the other ingredients as indicated. Add to the prepared casserole dish. Cover with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or your casserole dish cover if you have one. Place in the refrigerator. When ready to bake, add the pecan brown sugar topping and bake.Nutrition
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