Description
Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting and delicious dish that marries creamy sweet potatoes with the rich sweetness of pure maple syrup. Topped with a crunchy pecan streusel, this casserole elevates any gathering into a memorable feast. Perfect for Thanksgiving or cozy dinners, it’s simple to make and sure to impress your guests with its delightful flavors and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
- Mash sweet potatoes with melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, and eggs until creamy.
- In a separate bowl, mix chopped pecans with remaining brown sugar and melted butter for the topping.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in the greased baking dish, then sprinkle the pecan topping evenly on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth. For a twist, substitute maple syrup with honey or top with mini marshmallows before baking.