Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole, a delightful side dish perfect for gatherings and cozy evenings at home. This recipe combines creamy sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and a hint of warm spices to create a comforting treat that everyone will love. Topped with crunchy pecans and gooey vegan marshmallows, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also makes for an impressive centerpiece on your holiday table. Whether it’s Thanksgiving or a casual family dinner, this dish promises to bring joy and satisfaction to every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 4 large organic sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup almond milk (or your favorite plant-based milk)
- 1/3 cup organic brown sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup organic raisins, soaked and drained
- 2 cups vegan marshmallows
- 1.5 cups raw pecans
Instructions
- Boil the cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain.
- In the pot, combine sweet potatoes with olive oil, almond milk, vanilla extract, butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Mash until smooth.
- Fold in soaked raisins and half of the vegan marshmallows. Transfer to a baking dish.
- Sprinkle remaining vegan marshmallows and pecans on top. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 90 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg