Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for a classic Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole that will delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup crushed pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and beaten eggs.
- Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle crushed pecans on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- For a sweeter flavor, add extra maple syrup.
- This dish can be prepared a day in advance and baked before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Southern, Maple, Sweet Potato, Casserole, Comfort Food