Ruth's Chris Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
The Ruth's Chris Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe is a classic favorite served at the famous steakhouse.
Ingredients
For the base:
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup melted butter
For the topping:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix mashed sweet potatoes in a large bowl.
- Add sugar, salt, vanilla, eggs, and butter.
- Blend with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Pour mixture into a greased baking dish.
- For topping, mix brown sugar, flour, pecans, and butter.
- Spread topping evenly over the sweet potato base.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it rest before serving warm.
Notes
- Use fresh sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the potato base.
- Toast pecans lightly for extra crunch.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for warmth.
- Prepare a day ahead and bake before serving.