Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in this classic Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole, a comforting side dish with rich maple sweetness and a delightful pecan-brown sugar topping. Perfect for holidays or any special meal, this baked delight brings warmth and flavor to your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 tbsp for topping
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- For the Topping:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Place sweet potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until very tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Transfer the drained sweet potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Mash with a potato masher until smooth.
- Add 1/2 cup melted butter, maple syrup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- In a separate small bowl, combine chopped pecans, flour, and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of melted butter and mix with a fork until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through and bubbly around the edges.
- Remove from oven and let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For an extra touch of sweetness, consider adding a layer of mini marshmallows over the pecan topping during the last 10 minutes of baking until golden and toasted.