Sweet potato casserole not as sweet as you remembered?
Here are four things that can go wrongand how to fix them.
With its sweet filling and (sometimes)savory topping,sweet potato casseroleis the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
Mistake No.
No matter where you land,everyonecan agree that the filling shouldn’t be crunchy.
it’s possible for you to bake or boil your sweet potatoes for sweet potato casserole.
(Another hot tip if you’re boiling your sweet potatoes: Don’t overcook them!
They tend to absorb water, which could make the filling watery.)
So, say you do have some undercooked bits of sweet potato.
Pictured Recipe:No-Sugar-Added Sweet Potato Casserole
Mistake No.
2: Too Much Sugar
Sweet potato casserole walks a fine line between being savory and sweet.
That’s why we love it!
Your best bet might be to add something to the filling to counter the sweetness.
Something tangy, like sour cream or buttermilk, can help.
The savory topping and sweet filling will taste perfect together.
Pictured Recipe:Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows
Mistake No.
If it’s dense, then you may not have added an often overlooked ingredientan egg.
An egg adds lift, structure and volume and makes the filling more custard-like.
Your casserole can still be great without it.
How will you know?
The filling should puff a bit around the edges.
If the casserole contains an egg, check that it reaches an internal temperature of 165F.
Pictured Recipe:Meringue-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole
Mistake No.
The topping is also a good place to experiment.
Yes, the classic marshmallow topping is good.
But if you like the look of marshmallows and want something a little fancier, try a meringue topping.
It looks like marshmallow topping, but you might control the design by piping it with a piping bag.
It’s almost guaranteed to inspire oohs and aahs from your guests.
With our helpful tips on ingredients to add or subtract, you might fix the issue.
Your sweet potato casseroleone of the highlights of any meal or holiday feastcan shine!
