Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole
Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole is a heartwarming dish that perfectly combines creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping. Ideal for family gatherings or holiday celebrations, this casserole not only delights the taste buds but also fills your home with a delightful aroma. With its blend of flavors and textures, it serves as a comforting side or a unique dessert option that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Boil sweet potato chunks in water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine chopped pecans with remaining melted butter and brown sugar.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in the prepared baking dish and top with the pecan mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (about 180g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg