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Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole

Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole That Steals the Show

This Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole offers an irresistible blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Base
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Yams can be used instead.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Melted coconut oil can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Almond Milk Any plant-based or dairy milk can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with vegan butter for a vegan version.
  • 1/2 cup Organic Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup For distinct maple flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Allspice Optional.
  • 1/2 cup Organic Raisins Soak beforehand to plump; dried cranberries can be substituted.
  • 2 cups Marshmallows Use vegan marshmallows for Vegan version.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Raw Pecans Walnuts can be used as a substitute or omit.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup (for topping)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13 baking dish
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread on a lined baking sheet and roast for 50-60 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and charred. Let cool.
  2. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish. In a bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes, almond milk, vanilla extract, brown sugar, maple syrup, spices, soaked raisins, and marshmallows. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Pour sweet potato mixture into the baking dish, spreading evenly. Dot with cubes of butter and add additional marshmallows for gooeyness.
  4. Mix pecans with maple syrup in a bowl, then spread over the casserole. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until golden.
  5. Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Present at your holiday gathering for everyone to enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For a vegan version, use vegan butter and plant-based milk. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the oven.

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