Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful blend of fluffy sweet potatoes, creamy butter, and a hint of cinnamon, topped with crunchy pecans. This dish captures the essence of comfort food, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. With its quick preparation in the Instant Pot, you can enjoy this nostalgic favorite without the hassle. Serve it warm and watch it become the star of the meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and cubing the sweet potatoes.
- Place the cubed sweet potatoes in the Instant Pot.
- Add butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Close the lid, seal the vent, and set to cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Once cooked, perform a quick release of steam.
- Mash the mixture until smooth or leave some chunks for texture.
- Transfer to a serving dish, top with chopped pecans mixed with brown sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Toast pecans before adding them as a topping for extra flavor. Substitute brown sugar with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile. This casserole can be made ahead of time; just reheat before serving.