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Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole

Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole That Feels Like Home

This Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole is bursting with flavor and perfect for impressing at gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 large organic sweet potatoes Opt for orange-fleshed varieties for best results.
  • 2-3 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil For roasting.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warmth and sweetness.
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg Introduces a slightly nutty, warm flavor.
  • ½ cup almond milk Acts as a binder; substitute with any plant-based or dairy milk.
  • 2 tsps vanilla extract Enhances sweetness and flavor complexity.
  • 4 Tbsps unsalted butter Adds richness; can be replaced with vegan butter.
  • ⅓ cup organic brown sugar Provides sweetness and deep molasses flavor.
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup A key ingredient for natural sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for filling) Reiteration for flavor depth in the filling.
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg (for filling) For additional depth of flavor.
  • pinch ground allspice Adds a hint of warmth.
  • 1 cup organic raisins, soaked & drained Adds sweetness and chewy texture.
  • 2 cups marshmallows Can be added in two stages to maintain texture.
For the Topping
  • 1½ cups raw pecans Provides a crunchy topping.
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup (for topping) To bind the pecans.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, toss them with olive oil, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then roast on the baking sheet for 50–60 minutes.
  3. Lower the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted sweet potatoes with almond milk, vanilla extract, brown sugar, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, allspice, raisins, and half of the marshmallows.
  5. Spread sweet potato mixture into the baking dish, dot with butter, and tuck in the remaining marshmallows.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix the pecans with maple syrup, then sprinkle over the casserole.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, remove foil, and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  8. Let the casserole cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 10000IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are cut uniformly for even cooking. Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 4 days.

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