Print

Ruth’s Chris Sweet Potato Casserole

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A comforting casserole made with sweet potatoes and a crunchy pecan topping, perfect for holiday dinners.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, add the cubed sweet potatoes and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 20 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
  2. Transfer the cooked sweet potatoes to a mixing bowl and mash using a fork or potato masher until smooth.
  3. Add brown sugar, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to the mashed sweet potatoes. Stir until well combined and creamy.
  4. Lightly grease your slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
  5. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the slow cooker. Optional: Top with marshmallows.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix chopped pecans with a small amount of melted butter and brown sugar. Sprinkle over the sweet potato mixture.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until warmed through and the topping is golden brown.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can freeze this casserole before cooking; thaw overnight in the fridge before cooking.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://daytasty.com/ruths-chris-sweet-potato-casserole/