We couldn’t have explained it better than Bon Appetit here. In this recipe, we’re technically using orange sweet potatoes.
Can I use fresh sweet potatoes instead of canned sweet potatoes?
Yes! We actually enjoy the texture of the canned sweet potatoes here, but fresh would work as well. Would recommend baking instead of boiling if you go the fresh route as to not add more moisture.
Why are there eggs in this?
The eggs in the sweet potato casserole are what binds it all together without making the base too heavy. Without them, the casserole wouldn’t be quite as fluffy and scoopable!
Can I prep this in advance?
Yep, that should work just fine! Prep it all as listed, and you can refrigerate for 1-2 days before baking. If you want to make it even better, you could also wait to sprinkle on the topping until it’s time to bake.
How can I make this a vegan sweet potato casserole?
To make this vegan, you can sub the butter for vegan butter, the milk for your favorite plant-based unsweetened/unflavored milk, and omit the eggs.
How can I made this sweet potato casserole gluten-free?
Sub in a gluten-free flour (like almond flour) for the all-purpose flour in the topping.
