Cracker Barrel Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Sweet Potato Casserole Cracker Barrel Recipe is the perfect side dish for all your holiday dinners. This classic casserole is always on the menu and we think this copycat version taste amazing.

If you love Cracker Barrel try Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings, Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole and Cracker Barrel Potato Casserole.

Why We Love This Recipe

The sweet and creamy potatoes are cooked to perfection and layered in a baking dish. Topped with chopped pecans with the brown sugar topping makes it a crowd favorite.

If you are looking for a new sweet potato recipe, then make copycat Cracker Barrel Sweet Potato Casserole. It is easy to make and makes a perfect size for your whole family to enjoy with your Thanksgiving Dinner. You might also like Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe and Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole Recipe.

What’s in Cracker Barrel Sweet Potato Casserole?

This amazing side dish doesn’t require a lot of ingredients. They are simple enough to find out the store and combined make a full of flavor casserole dish.

The ingredients start with fresh sweet potatoes that are boiled and mashed. Then the warm flavors of brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg are combined with the sweet potatoes.

The casserole is the finished with an amazing brown sugar and pecan glaze that completes this casserole.

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes – Medium and Large, Washed and Peeled
Brown Sugar – Learn How to Make Brown Sugar

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

Variations Ideas

This classic dish can be made with a variety of toppings and spices. Here are some simple additions.

Mini Marshmallows
Streusel
Pumpkin Spice

How to Make Cracker Barrel Sweet Potato Casserole:

Step 1 – Prepare Sweet Potatoes – Peel and wash your sweet potatoes first before making the sweet potato casserole. Cut them into small pieces.

Diced Sweet Potatoes in a large pot with a side of brown sugar in a bowl with eggs and teaspoons with spices

Step 2 – Place your sweet potatoes in a medium pot with water and cook over medium heat until tender. While the sweet potatoes are cooking, prepare the other ingredients.

Mashed sweet potatoes in a large pot topped with spices

Step 2 – Drain the fork tender sweet potatoes and mash them with a hand mixer on low. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, vanilla extract, white sugar, milk, salt, and eggs. Beat on low speed until well combined with the mashed sweet potatoes.

Mashed Sweet potato mixture spread into a baking dish with a side of butter pieces in a bowl with pecans

Step 3 – In a greased casserole dish, pour the mixture and spread out.

Brown Sugar in a saucepan with butter slices with a baking dish of mashed sweet potatoes mixture

Step 4 – Add 3 tablespoons butter and ¼ cup brown sugar to a small pan. Whisk until well combined over medium heat.

Step 5 – Sprinkle pecan crumble topping and then add brown sugar and butter to the casserole.
Step 6 –Put it in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes at 350 degrees.
Step 7 – Serve Sweet Potato Casserole and enjoy.

Recipe Tips

Sweet Potatoes – We boiled our sweet potatoes on the stovetop, but you can easily bake them in the oven. You can also cook them in the microwave.
Clean and Wash Sweet Potatoes – Make sure you peel and wash potatoes before using. Cut in about the same size pieces so they cook evenly.
Mashing Potatoes – We used a hand mixer but you can also use a potato masher.

Can this be Made Ahead of Time?

Yes, this sweet potato can easily be made ahead of time. Prepare the sweet potatoes and mix with ingredients as indicated. Then cover casserole and place in the refrigerator.

Once you are ready to bake, add the pecan brown sugar topping and bake.

What to Serve with Sweet Potato Casserole

We usually save sweet potato casserole for the holidays. So we usually make traditional sides.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Use Canned Sweet Potatoes instead of Fresh?

You can use canned sweet potatoes but we prefer the taste and texture of fresh sweet potatoes.

How to Store Leftover Sweet Potato Casserole

Store any leftovers in an airtight container. Place in the refrigerator and they will stay fresh for about 4 days

Can I Freeze Sweet Potato Casserole?

Yes, you can freeze sweet potato casserole in a freezer safe container. If freezing in a disposable pan, make sure to cover well with plastic wrap and aluminum foil.