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Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole 🍠

This comforting Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole is a perfect blend of sweet and savory, ideal for holiday gatherings or any fall meal. Featuring roasted sweet potatoes, a rich maple filling, and a crunchy pecan topping, it's a dish that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 8 servings
Calories 187 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Large Bowl
  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes

  • 4 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

For the Filling

  • 1/2 cup almond milk or your preferred milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into small cubes
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ground allspice Pinch
  • 1 cup organic raisins soaked and drained (optional, for extra plumpness)
  • 2 cups marshmallows

For the Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups raw pecans
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with the olive oil, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  • Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 50-60 minutes, or until they are soft, slightly caramelized, and golden brown. Remove from the oven and let them cool a bit.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a clean bowl, combine the cooled roasted sweet potatoes, milk, vanilla extract, brown sugar, pure maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, soaked raisins (if using), and 1 cup of marshmallows. Mix everything gently. It's perfectly fine if some sweet potatoes mash – you want a delightful blend of mashed and chunky pieces.
  • Scoop this flavorful mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Dot the top with the small cubes of butter and gently tuck in the remaining 1 cup of marshmallows into the mixture.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the raw pecans with 1/4 cup pure maple syrup. Stir until the pecans are well coated.
  • Generously sprinkle this maple-pecan topping over the sweet potato casserole mixture, ensuring it's mostly covered.
  • Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  • Carefully remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crunchy, and the marshmallows are beautifully melted and lightly toasted.
  • Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes before serving warm with your favorite healthy mains.

Notes

This casserole is a fantastic addition to any holiday table. It's naturally gluten-free and can be made dairy-free by using a plant-based butter alternative. Don't be afraid to adjust spices to your liking!
Nutrition information per serving:
Calories: 187 kcal
Total Carbs: 38g
Net Carbs: 37.6g
Fats: 4g
Protein: 0.5g
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