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Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole: Creamy, Crunchy Bliss!

  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful blend of creamy, velvety sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy, caramelized pecan streusel. The warm, sweet aroma of maple syrup and toasted nuts fills the air, creating a comforting dish that is both indulgent and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • Sweet Potatoes: 4 large, peeled and cubed
  • Maple Syrup: 1/2 cup, pure
  • Butter: 4 tablespoons, unsalted, melted
  • Brown Sugar: 1/4 cup, packed
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Milk: 1/2 cup, whole or almond
  • Eggs: 2 large, beaten
  • Pecans: 1 cup, chopped
  • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1/2 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Boil sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
  4. Add maple syrup, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, milk, eggs, cinnamon, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined.
  5. Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans with remaining brown sugar and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This casserole can be made a day in advance. Prepare the sweet potato mixture and topping separately, then assemble and bake before serving.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute pecans with crushed graham crackers or oats.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: side dish
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15 grams
  • Sodium: 150 milligrams
  • Fat: 15 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 5 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 45 grams
  • Fiber: 4 grams
  • Protein: 4 grams
  • Cholesterol: 50 milligrams

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