Pour the water in a cooking pot. Let boil.

Add the diced sweet potatoes. Continue to boil for 15 to 20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are soft.

Remove the sweet potatoes from the pot and let the water drain. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and let cool to room temperature.

Meanwhile, pre-heat the oven to 350F.

Mash the sweet potatoes using a potato masher or a fork. Add the milk, white sugar, vanilla and almond extracts, 2 tablespoons of butter, eggs, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are well distributed.

Arrange the mixture in a baking pan.

Create the topping by combining all-purpose flour, brown sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix all the ingredients well and spread over the potato mixture in the baking pan.Top with pecan chips.

Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 28 to 33 minutes.

Remove the pan from the oven. Let cool.

Serve. Share and enjoy!