Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole (Print View)
Creamy sweet potatoes and maple pecans bake into a comforting dish perfect for gatherings.
# Components:
→ Sweet Potato Base
01 - 4 large sweet potatoes (about 3.5 lbs), peeled and cubed
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Pecan Topping
10 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
11 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
12 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1 cup pecan halves or coarsely chopped pecans
14 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
15 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
16 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
02 - Place sweet potato cubes in a large saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Simmer until fork-tender, about 12 to 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
03 - Transfer cooked sweet potatoes to a large bowl. Mash until smooth. Incorporate melted butter, maple syrup, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, mixing until a creamy, uniform mixture forms.
04 - Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly across the prepared baking dish.
05 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, melted butter, pecans, maple syrup, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix ingredients together until a crumbly topping forms.
06 - Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato layer.
07 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is set. Allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Blends creamy sweet potatoes and crunchy pecans for a satisfying texture.
- Festive flavors with maple syrup make it ideal for holiday tables.
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- For gluten-free, use a certified GF flour blend in the topping.
- Make ahead by assembling the casserole and refrigerating overnight before baking.
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- For extra richness, swap half the butter with cream cheese in the base.
- Add orange zest to the sweet potato mixture for a bright twist.