Sweet Potato Praline

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecan
PRALINE SAUCE:
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 teaspoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain potatoes and place in a large bowl; mash until smooth. Beat in the cream, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and ginger; fold in pecans.
  • Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Combine sauce ingredients; spoon over potato mixture. Cut through with a knife to swirl the sauce.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 30-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°


Prep Time:  25-30 min
Cook Time: 40-55 min
Total Time: 65-85 mins
Number of Servings: 8
Serving Size: 1 piece