This Maple Sweet Potato Casserole is the ultimate fall comfort side dish, bringing together naturally sweet potatoes with the warm, caramel notes of pure maple syrup in a dish that feels both wholesome and indulgent. The creamy sweet potato base gets enhanced with a touch of vanilla and butter for richness, while the crunchy pecan topping adds textural contrast with its brown sugar sweetness and nutty depth. It’s the kind of dish that bridges the gap between side dish and dessert, making it a beloved tradition at Thanksgiving tables and holiday gatherings.
Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Recipe by Daily Disher
Maple Sweet Potato Casserole features smooth, creamy mashed sweet potatoes sweetened with maple syrup and vanilla, topped with a crunchy brown sugar pecan streusel.
Course: Side
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
8
Prep time
20 minutes
Cooking time
40 minutes
Calories
300 kcal
1 hour
Ingredients
4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
¼ cup maple syrup
½ cup milk
⅓ cup butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp salt
½ cup pecans, chopped
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup flour
Directions
1.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large pot, boil sweet potato cubes until tender, about 15 minutes.
2.
Drain sweet potatoes and mash them in a mixing bowl. Add maple syrup, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing well.
3.
Transfer the mashed mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading evenly. Prepare the pecan topping separately in a small bowl.
4.
Mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, and flour for the topping. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
5.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is crisp and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
300kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
1
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg