Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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9
servings
2 cup

mashed sweet potato

mashed

1 cup

sugar

to taste

0.33 cup

butter

melted

1 cup

whole milk

0.5 tsp

nutmeg

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

0.75 cup

corn flakes

crushed

0.5 cup

pecans

chopped

0.5 cup

brown sugar

0.33 cup

butter

melted

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2
~3 min

Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Mash cooked sweet potatoes until smooth.

Step 4
~3 min

In a medium bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, sugar (start with 1/2 cup and add more to taste), melted butter, whole milk, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

Step 5
~3 min

Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~3 min

Bake for 20 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

While the sweet potato mixture is baking, prepare the crunchy topping.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~3 min

In a separate medium bowl, combine crushed corn flakes, chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter.

Step 10
~3 min

Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 11
~3 min

After the sweet potato mixture has baked for 20 minutes, remove it from the oven.

Step 12
~3 min

Evenly spread the crunchy topping mixture over the top of the baked sweet potato mixture.

Step 13
~3 min

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), or until the topping is golden brown.

Step 14
~3 min

Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use room-temperature ingredients for smoother mixing.

Adjust sweetness to your preference.

Top with marshmallows for extra sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted turkey or ham.
Green bean casserole.

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

A traditional dish served during holidays and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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