Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in the warmth of Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole, a delightful side dish that marries the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and aromatic spices. This comforting casserole is perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations or cozy family dinners. With its creamy texture, crunchy pecan topping, and bursts of sweetness from raisins and vegan marshmallows, it’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Plus, it’s simple to prepare, making it an ideal addition to any meal. Bring your loved ones together around this heartwarming dish that’s sure to steal the show!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large organic sweet potatoes
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- 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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Toss with olive oil, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Boil sweet potatoes for 15-20 minutes until tender; drain.
- Mash sweet potatoes and mix in almond milk, vanilla extract, butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup.
- Fold in soaked raisins and vegan marshmallows carefully.
- Transfer to a greased casserole dish, top with pecans and extra maple syrup.
- Bake for 60-90 minutes until bubbling and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg