Cheesy Sweet Potato Casserole (Printable Version)

Creamy sweet potatoes blended with cheese and a crunchy topping, ideal for comforting side servings.

# What You Need:

→ Sweet Potatoes

01 - 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes

→ Dairy & Eggs

02 - 1/4 cup whole milk
03 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
04 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 2 large eggs

→ Seasonings

07 - 1 tsp salt
08 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
10 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

→ Topping

11 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free if preferred)
14 - 2 tbsp melted butter
15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
02 - Place sweet potato cubes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
03 - Transfer sweet potatoes to a large bowl and mash until smooth.
04 - Stir in whole milk, melted butter, sharp cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg until fully incorporated.
05 - Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
06 - In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter; then fold in shredded cheddar, Parmesan, and chopped chives or parsley if using.
07 - Sprinkle the prepared topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
08 - Bake for 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the mixture is bubbling.
09 - Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • Comforting and creamy texture
  • Perfect for holidays or family dinners
02 -
  • This recipe contains dairy and eggs and gluten if using regular panko breadcrumbs.
  • Use gluten free breadcrumbs to make it gluten free.
03 -
  • Ensure sweet potatoes are mashed until very smooth for best texture
  • Use freshly grated cheese for optimal melting and flavor
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