Description
Thanksgiving Maple Sweet Potato Casserole is a festive delight that combines creamy sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and a crunchy pecan topping. This dish not only captivates the senses with its aroma but also brings warmth and joy to your holiday table. Perfect for family gatherings, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With its balance of sweet and savory flavors, this casserole is sure to become a cherished tradition in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 large sweet potatoes)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks and boil in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them in a large bowl. Mix in melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine chopped pecans with brown sugar and melted butter for the topping.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish and sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over it.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg