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    Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato Casserole (Copycat)

    5 from 3 votes

    Published Nov 7, 2023 (updated Nov 8, 2024) by Chandice Probst · 3 Comments

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    Take your holiday feast to the next level with this delectable Texas roadhouse sweet potato casserole. A fun combination of velvety sweet potatoes, rich spices, and a crunchy pecan topping. This delicious recipe captures the essence of the holiday spirit and will leave everyone reaching for seconds.

    Savor this casserole during Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas evening, or any other holiday gatherings. It pairs well with a variety of different main dishes, adding a touch of sweetness to the table.

    Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping

    In the world of festive fall flavors, this Texas Roadhouse inspired casserole stands as a classic side dish recipe. This recipe embodies the essence of togetherness, capturing the warm holiday magic in every velvety bite.

    While this sweet casserole goes great with the classic turkey, it honestly pairs well with any main course and even works as a Thanksgiving dessert idea. It's not just limited to a southern Thanksgiving menu, the creamy texture and pecan crunch make it an ideal option regular family dinner nights.

    So, if you're looking for a hassle-free way to add a dash of holiday spirit to your table, look no further. Let the holiday vibes linger a bit longer this year – one mouthwatering spoonful at a time.

    If you want the ultimate duo, serve with our mini pecan pies next to our old fashioned Thanksgiving dressing recipe. And for an appetizer for that meal, our Thanksgiving turkey charcuterie board is a showstopper. WOW!

    Why you'll love this sweet potato recipe

    • It has an irresistible balance of sweet potatoes, spices, and pecan crunch.
    • While it's very simple to make, it's guaranteed to impress your guests.
    • It's a versatile side dish that compliments a variety of main dishes.
    • This easy casserole can be made in advance, saving you time in the kitchen.
    • It's perfect for holiday gatherings, ensuring everyone gets a taste of joy.
    Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato Casserole with pecan topping on fork

    The ingredients

    • Sweet potatoes - 4 large sweet potatoes or 5 small sweet potatoes will work perfectly.
    • Sugar - You'll need brown sugar and granulated sugar for the loaded sweet potatoes and the crunchy pecan topping.
    • Milk - I like to use regular milk for a copy cat Texas Roadhouse casserole, but you can use plant based milk as well.
    • Butter - You'll need butter for the casserole and cold butter for the topping.
    • Eggs
    • Spices - For a touch of holiday spice, I like to add cinnamon and nutmeg.
    • Flour - All purpose flour works best but you can also swap with a gluten free all purpose flour.

    Can I use canned sweet potatoes for this recipe?

    Although fresh sweet potatoes work best, you can use canned sweet potatoes for connivence. Just make sure that you drain any excess moisture as canned potatoes may contain extra water. Do not use canned yams as they are not the same as canned sweet potatoes.

    How to make a Texas Roadhouse sweet potato casserole

    Step 1: Cook sweet potatoes

    Cook the sweet potatoes in the oven or in the instant pot/pressure cooker until a fork can be easily inserted.

    Step 2: The wet ingredients

    Peel the potatoes and mix them with brown sugar, sugar, eggs, milk, butter, and spices with a stand mixer until well combined.

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    Step to make Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato Casserole

    Step 3: Bake

    Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased baking dish or casserole dish and bake for 30 minutes.

    Step 4: The best part

    Combine all of the  brown sugar pecan crust ingredients in a large mixing bowl until combined. Sprinkle over the baked casserole and return to the oven for another 15 minutes.

    Step to make a Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato Casserole

    Pro tip: Whip the sweet potatoes until perfectly smooth for a velvety texture.

    ​Toppings

    • Caramel sauce - A drizzle of caramel takes this recipe to a whole new level of holiday dessert.
    • Honey cinnamon butter - What would a Texas Roadhouse recipe be without Texas roadhouse butter? Add a tablespoon, or two, of honey butter before serving.
    • Mini marshmallows - Although I'm not a marshmallow fan, you can add some mini marshmallows to this casserole and broil for a couple of minutes, or until golden brown, for a toasty flavor.
    • Maple syrup - There's something about maple syrup and creamy sweet potatoes that just go hand in hand.

    Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

    To save some time in the kitchen, you can prep this casserole up to a day in advance and bake when you're ready. Follow storage instructions but I recommend making the pecan streusel topping fresh.

    Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato Casserole with pecan topping on plate with fork

    Storage

    Storing - Store this casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, you can microwave in intervals or reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes or until warmed through.

    Freezing - Store this casserole without the pecan topping in a freezer safe container for 2-3 months. Let thaw in the fridge overnight and then bake as directed. Make the crumble topping fresh.

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    Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato Casserole on a fork and plate

    Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato Casserole (Copycat)

    Author: Chandice
    Take your holiday feast to the next level with this delectable Texas roadhouse sweet potato casserole. A fun combination of velvety sweet potatoes, rich spices, and a crunchy pecan topping. This delicious recipe captures the essence of the holiday spirit and will leave everyone reaching for seconds.
    Savor this casserole during Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas evening, or any other holiday gatherings. It pairs well with a variety of different main dishes, adding a touch of sweetness to the table.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    45 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 302 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Casserole

    • 4 sweet potatoes large
    • 1 cup brown sugar
    • 1/2 cup milk
    • 1/4 cup butter
    • 3 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
    • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

    Pecan Topping

    • 3/4 cup brown sugar
    • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
    • 1/4 cup all purpose flour (we love gluten free)
    • 2 tablespoons cold butter

    Instructions
     

    • Cook sweet potatoes in oven at 425 degrees for 45-50 minutes until fork can be inserted easily OR for 15 minutes on high pressure with a natural release in the Instant Pot
    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
    • Peel potatoes, put them in a stand mixer and whip for about 30 seconds
    • Add 1 C brown sugar, 1/2 C milk, 3 eggs, vanilla and 1/2 tsp nutmeg and cinnamon then mix until well incorporated and smooth
    • Transfer to a greased 9×9 or 9×13 inch baking dish
    • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes at 350 degrees
    • In another bowl, combine 3/4 C brown sugar, 1/2 C pecans and 1/4 C flour. Cut in the 2 T butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over baked potatoes and return to oven to cook another 15 minutes.

    Notes

    Pro tip: Whip the sweet potatoes until perfectly smooth for a velvety texture. 

    Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

    To save some time in the kitchen, you can prep this casserole up to a day in advance and bake when you're ready. Follow storage instructions but I recommend making the pecan streusel topping fresh. 

    ​Toppings

    • Caramel sauce - A drizzle of caramel takes this recipe to a whole new level of holiday dessert. 
    • Honey cinnamon butter - What would a Texas Roadhouse recipe be without Texas roadhouse butter? Add a tablespoon, or two, of honey butter before serving. 
    • Mini marshmallows - Although I'm not a marshmallow fan, you can add some mini marshmallows to this casserole and broil for a couple of minutes, or until golden brown, for a toasty flavor. 
    • Maple syrup - There's something about maple syrup and creamy sweet potatoes that just go hand in hand. 

    Storage

    Storing - Store this casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, you can microwave in intervals or reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes or until warmed through. 
    Freezing - Store this casserole without the pecan topping in a freezer safe container for 2-3 months. Let thaw in the fridge overnight and then bake as directed. Make the crumble topping fresh. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 302kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 351mgFiber: 3gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 10943IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Lillie robbins says

      November 27, 2024 at 3:10 pm

      5 stars
      I never really liked sweet potatoe casserole, but I made this recipe for my mother and decided to try it myself..It was absolutely delicious! I also used this recipe for Thanksgiving and it didn't last long lol.

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      • Chandice Probst says

        December 06, 2024 at 12:01 am

        Awww what a compliment! Thank you so much for rating and sharing. 🙂 We hope you come back for more!

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    2. Vivian says

      November 09, 2023 at 12:48 am

      5 stars
      I’ve been using this recipe for the past few years now and every year it’s one of the first dishes to be finished! It’s perfectly sweet and the topping is *chefs kiss*. I’m excited to have it again this year!

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