Best 6 Light Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

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Light sweet potato casserole is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes, and it can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights. This dish is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a healthy choice for your family.

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LIGHT SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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You're bound to have sweet potato success when you whip up this casserole recipe from our Test Kitchen. With its rich color, creamy texture and irresistible taste, it is sure to be a popular stop on your holiday buffet table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Drain., In a large bowl, beat the sweet potatoes, milk, egg substitute, brown sugar, salt and vanilla until smooth. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0g sugar total. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE DESSERT



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Fluffy sweet potatoes mixed with butter, sugar, and vanilla, and baked with a crunchy pecan streusel topping. This recipe was given to me by my brother-in-law.

Provided by Mary48

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ½ cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
½ cup butter, melted
⅓ cup milk
1 cup white sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup light brown sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup butter
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix together mashed sweet potatoes, 1/2 cup butter, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs. Spread sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and flour. Cut in 1/3 cup butter until mixture is crumbly, then stir in pecans. Sprinkle pecan mixture over the sweet potatoes.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 49.1 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 103.1 mg, Sugar 30.1 g

LIGHT SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Light Sweet Potato Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled, and cut into chunks
1/3 cup skim milk
1/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Boil sweet potatoes 25-30 min until soft.
  • Beat together potatoes,milk,egg beaters,brown sugar,salt, and vanilla.
  • Bake in a sprayed dish @ 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.6, Fat 0.1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 245.1, Carbohydrate 34.9, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 7.2, Protein 3.1

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH BROWN SUGAR



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A sweet, creamy, but light-tasting take on sweet potato casserole. The orange adds a bit of zing that is needed and missing from most recipes, in my opinion.

Provided by Robin Dixon

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
1 cup brown sugar, divided
½ stick butter, cut into pieces, divided
½ orange, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground cloves
1 pinch ground nutmeg
2 large eggs
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup all-purpose flour
aluminum foil

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Add enough salt so that the water tastes like seawater. Bring to a boil and cook potatoes until fork tender and mashable, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Butter a casserole dish.
  • Transfer potatoes to a large mixing bowl and mash with a potato masher. Add 1/2 the butter, 1/2 of the brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined. Allow mixture to cool slightly, then add cream, cinnamon, salt, cloves, and nutmeg. Taste and adjust spices to your liking. Mix in eggs until well combined. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Mix remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar with flour in a small bowl. Sprinkle pecans over the potato mixture, and then do the same with the brown sugar-flour mixture. Sprinkle remaining butter pieces on top of the casserole and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and continue to bake until topping is crispy, about 20 minutes longer. Serve once cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.9 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Cholesterol 65.7 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 271.9 mg, Sugar 22.4 g

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE VII



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My family likes the crunchy topping on these sweet potatoes.

Provided by Cindy Carnes

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
½ cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
¼ cup melted butter
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup packed brown sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray one 2 1/2 quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, 1/4 cup butter, milk and vanilla. Pour into prepared casserole dish.
  • Mix together the brown sugar, flour, margarine and coconut; sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.9 calories, Carbohydrate 95.1 g, Cholesterol 99.2 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 268.3 mg, Sugar 64.9 g

SWEET SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Coconut is the special ingredient in this wonderfully sweet and fragrant sweet potato casserole.

Provided by sal

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 large sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered
¾ cup packed brown sugar
⅔ cup whole milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 ⅓ cups pecans
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • Boil the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan approximately 10 minutes, or until tender.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the sweet potatoes, brown sugar, milk, butter and flour. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish. Sprinkle with pecans and coconut.
  • Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.4 calories, Carbohydrate 71 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 173.4 mg, Sugar 29.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of sweet potatoes: Orange, white, and purple sweet potatoes each offer unique flavors and textures, so try combining them for a more complex dish.
  • Roast the sweet potatoes first: Roasting concentrates their natural sweetness and gives them a slightly smoky flavor. Plus, it makes them easier to mash.
  • Use a light hand with the spices: Sweet potatoes have a delicate flavor, so it's important not to overpower them with too many spices. A simple combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger is usually all you need.
  • Don't overcook the casserole: The sweet potatoes should be tender but still hold their shape. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Top the casserole with a crunchy topping: A pecan streusel or a brown sugar crumb topping adds a delicious contrast to the soft and creamy casserole.

Conclusion:

With its creamy texture, slightly sweet flavor, and crunchy topping, this light sweet potato casserole is a perfect side dish for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a delicious and healthy side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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