Description
Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole is a warm, comforting dish that marries the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup. Topped with crunchy pecans and a caramelized brown sugar layer, this casserole transforms any gathering into a heartwarming experience. Perfect for holidays or cozy family dinners, each bite promises nostalgia and joy, making it a beloved addition to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender; drain.
- Mash the sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Stir in melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt to taste.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix chopped pecans with brown sugar and sprinkle over the sweet potato layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg