Irresistible Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole Delight
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Description
Savor the rich flavors of Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole This dish combines sweetness and comfort perfect for any gathering Enjoy
Ingredients
Scale
3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 large sweet potatoes)
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the sweet potatoes: Peel and chop your sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil them in a pot of water for about 15-20 minutes until they're soft, then drain and mash them until smooth.
Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, maple syrup, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until well mixed and creamy.
Transfer to a baking dish: Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Add the topping: In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans with a tablespoon of melted butter and a sprinkle of brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer.
Bake: Place your casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
Serve and enjoy: Let it cool for a few minutes, then scoop out generous portions.
Notes
A comforting casserole blending sweet and savory flavors, filled with creamy sweet potatoes and topped with pecans or marshmallows.
