Description
Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole is a heartwarming dish that combines creamy sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup, topped with crunchy pecans. This delightful casserole is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday feasts. With its inviting aroma and comforting flavors, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser that warms both the heart and belly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil or steam the sweet potatoes until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Mix in maple syrup, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Spread the mixture into a baking dish and top with chopped pecans.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg