Creamy Sweet Potato Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping

INGREDIENTS
For the Sweet Potato Base

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

3 tbsp butter

¼ cup milk or cream

2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

½ tsp cinnamon

¼ tsp nutmeg

Pinch of salt

1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

For the Crunchy Pecan Topping

¾ cup chopped pecans

2 tbsp brown sugar or honey

1 tbsp melted butter

1 tbsp flour (or almond flour)

Pinch of cinnamon

Pinch of salt

DIRECTIONS

Cook the Sweet Potatoes
Boil sweet potato cubes in salted water for 12–15 minutes, until fork-tender.
Drain well.

Mash & Mix
Add butter, milk/cream, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla (if using).
Mash until smooth and creamy.
Adjust sweetness and spice to taste.

Prepare the Pecan Topping
In a bowl, mix chopped pecans with brown sugar (or honey), melted butter, flour, cinnamon, and salt.
Stir until the mixture resembles a crumbly topping.

Assemble the Casserole
Spread the creamy mashed sweet potato mixture into a baking dish.
Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the surface.

Bake
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes, until the topping is golden and crispy.

Serve
Let cool slightly before serving.
Perfect for holidays or cozy fall dinners.

NUTRITIONAL INFO (Approx. per serving)

Calories: 310

Protein: 4g

Fat: 14g

Carbs: 45g

Fiber: 5g

Sugars: 18g

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