For a richer flavor, consider using brown butter instead of melted butter. Simply melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, cooking until it turns a nutty brown and emits a fragrant aroma. Let it cool slightly before adding to the sweet potato mixture. If using canned sweet potatoes, drain them well and reduce the granulated sugar by 1/4 cup, as canned sweet potatoes are often packed in syrup. To prevent the cornflake topping from burning, you can tent the casserole with foil during the last 5 minutes of baking. Feel free to experiment with other nuts, such as walnuts or almonds, in the topping. You can also add a pinch of salt to the topping to enhance the sweetness. This casserole can be prepared a day ahead. Assemble the casserole but do not add the topping. Cover and refrigerate. Add the topping just before baking.
Mateo Hirthe
May 18, 2025This recipe is a holiday staple in my house! Everyone always raves about it.
Leilani Larkin
Apr 13, 2025I made this for Thanksgiving, and it was a huge hit! The cornflake topping is genius.
Vernie Robel
Jan 21, 2025I didn't have cornflakes, so I used crushed graham crackers instead, and it worked well.
Deontae Weimann
Jan 18, 2025I added a pinch of salt to the topping to balance the sweetness, and it was a great addition.
Roselyn Murazik
Dec 31, 2024I found it a little too sweet, so I reduced the sugar by 1/2 cup, and it was perfect.
Antonio Lynch
Dec 30, 2024The marshmallows get perfectly gooey, and the pecans add a nice crunch.
Vesta Gutkowski
Mar 19, 2023I used coconut oil instead of margarine, and it was delicious!
Solon Barrows
Dec 15, 2022The recipe was easy to follow, and the results were amazing.
Andreanne Hilpert
Dec 6, 2022I’ve made this every year for the past five years. It’s the best sweet potato casserole recipe out there!
Phyllis Fadel
Jul 19, 2022My kids devoured this casserole! I will definitely be making it again.