Sweet potato casserole is a must-have on the holiday table, and making it in the crockpot makes it even easier. You get all the same creamy, sweet flavors you love with the bonus of hands-off cooking. This recipe is rich, comforting, and topped with a golden pecan crumble that’s irresistible.

Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole

The best part about this crockpot sweet potato casserole is how much oven space it saves. While your turkey, stuffing, or pies are baking, the slow cooker handles this side dish perfectly. It’s also a great make-ahead recipe that can be kept warm until serving. If you love simple side dishes, be sure to check out my crockpot green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, and broccoli casserole.

Whether you serve it with a classic Thanksgiving dinner, at Christmas, or just as a cozy fall side dish, this casserole is always a crowd-pleaser. The sweet potatoes cook down until tender, then are mashed with butter, sugar, and warm spices. The pecan topping adds the perfect crunchy finish.

What You Will Love About This Recipe

Made in the crockpot so it saves oven space

Perfect balance of creamy sweet potatoes and crunchy pecan topping

Easy to prepare ahead of time and keep warm until serving

Great for holidays, potlucks, or Sunday dinners

Always a family favorite

Ingredients

4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed)

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup milk

1/4 cup melted butter

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp nutmeg

Pinch of salt

Topping:

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup melted butter

1 cup chopped pecans

Place peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in the crock pot and cook on high for 2–3 hours, or until tender.

Mash the sweet potatoes in the crock pot and stir in brown sugar, milk, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.

In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients: brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and pecans.

Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potatoes.

Cover and cook on low for 30–60 minutes, until the topping is slightly crispy.

Serve warm directly from the crock pot.

Tips & Tricks

Spray your crockpot with nonstick spray for easier cleanup.
Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth before adding the topping for the best texture.
For a lighter version, reduce the sugar or substitute with maple syrup.
Add mini marshmallows on top during the last 10 minutes if you want a more traditional casserole.
Make it a day ahead and simply reheat in the slow cooker on warm.

FAQs

Yes, but fresh sweet potatoes will give you the best flavor and texture. If you use canned, be sure to drain them well before mashing.

Absolutely! You can substitute walnuts or even skip the nuts and just use marshmallows for the topping.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in the crockpot on low until warmed through.

Yes. Assemble the base without the topping and freeze it. When ready to serve, thaw, add the pecan topping, and cook in the crockpot until heated through.

Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole

Name: Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Ingredients: 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed); 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/4 cup milk; 1/4 cup melted butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 tsp nutmeg; Pinch of salt; Topping:; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup melted butter; 1 cup chopped pecans

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes

This crock pot sweet potato casserole is creamy, slightly sweet, and topped with a buttery pecan crumble. It’s an easy, hands-off way to prepare a classic side dish without using the oven.

Ingredients

4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Pinch of salt
Topping:
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup melted butter
1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Place peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in the crock pot and cook on high for 2–3 hours, or until tender.
Mash the sweet potatoes in the crock pot and stir in brown sugar, milk, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients: brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and pecans.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potatoes.
Cover and cook on low for 30–60 minutes, until the topping is slightly crispy.
Serve warm directly from the crock pot.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 492Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 209mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 3gSugar: 39gProtein: 4g

Melissa

I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!

Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole