Easy Maple Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

This easy maple sweet potato casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that makes a perfect Thanksgiving side dish. Featuring a creamy sweet potato base topped with a delightful maple pecan topping, it’s a wonderful addition to any holiday meal.

This recipe combines the rich flavors of sweet potatoes and maple syrup, creating a sweet and satisfying dish. You can also make it with marshmallows for a classic Southern holiday recipe twist.

Delicious Sweet Potato Casserole with Maple Pecan Topping

This sweet potato casserole is made with mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and butter, then topped with a crunchy maple pecan topping. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup flour

Instructions

Prep the Sweet Potatoes: Boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. If using, sprinkle mini marshmallows evenly over the top.
Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans, maple syrup, and flour until well combined. Sprinkle this mixture over the sweet potato layer.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and the topping is golden brown.
Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this sweet potato casserole as a delightful side dish for your holiday feast.