Smoky Sweet Potato Delight Casserole Recipe
This smoked sweet potato casserole combines creamy textures with a rich smoky flavor, making it a delightful side dish or main course. Topped with cheddar cheese and pecans, it's both comforting and delicious.
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes peeled and diced into cubes
- 1 cup smoked cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup cream cheese softened to room temperature
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup mini marshmallows optional for topping
- ½ cup pecans roughly chopped (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for smoking
Instructions
- Place cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C) and drizzle cooled sweet potatoes with olive oil.
- Smoke sweet potatoes for about 30 minutes until they absorb a rich smoky flavor.
- In a large bowl, mash smoked sweet potatoes with cream cheese, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in ¾ cup of smoked cheddar cheese into the sweet potato mixture.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Pour sweet potato mixture into the dish and spread evenly, then add toppings if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider garnishing with maple syrup or extra pecans before serving.