Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Elevate your festive gatherings with this Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole, a heartwarming side dish that captures the essence of comfort food. Creamy sweet potatoes meld beautifully with rich maple syrup and crunchy pecans, creating a perfect balance of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it can also be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy more moments with your loved ones. Whether served at Thanksgiving or during a cozy dinner with friends, this casserole is sure to become a cherished family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large organic sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or your choice of plant-based milk)
- 1/3 cup organic brown sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup organic raisins, soaked and drained
- 2 cups vegan marshmallows
- 1 1/2 cups raw pecans
Instructions
- Boil the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain.
- In the pot, mash the sweet potatoes with olive oil, almond milk, vanilla extract, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice until smooth.
- Gently fold in soaked raisins and half of the vegan marshmallows.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with remaining marshmallows and raw pecans.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes until hot and bubbly with a golden top.
- Drizzle extra maple syrup over the casserole before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg