Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole. Combining creamy sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and a crunchy pecan topping, this dish is both comforting and delicious. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any family get-together, it’s an easy recipe that will become a cherished favorite in your kitchen. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this delightful casserole that appeals to all ages. Make ahead for convenience and let the warm flavors fill your home as it bakes!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 4 large organic sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2–3 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 2 tsps vanilla extract
- 4 Tbsps unsalted butter, cubed into small pieces
- 1/3 cup organic brown sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of ground allspice
- 1 cup organic raisins, soaked and drained
- 2 cups vegan marshmallows
- 1 1/2 cups raw pecans
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Boil in water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then drain.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked sweet potatoes with olive oil, almond milk, vanilla extract, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and sprinkle soaked raisins on top.
- In a separate bowl, combine vegan marshmallows, chopped pecans, and maple syrup; layer on top of the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 90 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg