Description
This Homemade Green Bean Casserole recipe reimagines the classic dish with rich, creamy flavors and a buttery topping. Perfect for holiday dinners or a comforting side, it’s made from scratch with simple ingredients and full of delicious depth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 tablespoons instant espresso
- 1 tablespoon boiling water
- 8 ounces (226 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into pieces
- 2/3 cup (80 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/16 teaspoon (pinch) cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (272 grams) unbleached all-purpose flour
- 4 ounces (113 grams) bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare espresso: Dissolve instant espresso in boiling water and let cool.
- Make dough: In a large bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add salt, cinnamon, vanilla, and dissolved espresso. Mix well. Gradually add flour and mix until dough forms. Fold in chopped chocolate.
- Shape casserole topping: Transfer mixture into a prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake 25–30 minutes or until lightly golden and set. Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This recipe can be adapted to include actual green beans and a creamy mushroom sauce for a traditional casserole.
- Use high-quality bittersweet chocolate for best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Optional: top with fried onions before serving for a classic crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: green bean casserole, homemade casserole, holiday side dish, baked casserole, from scratch casserole