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Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole
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Get ready to dive into the cozy, sweet world of Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole! This soul-warming dish is a must-have at any family gathering and is sure to sweeten up your table with its rich and flavorful notes.

Ingredients

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For the Sweet Potatoes:

  • 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 3 large sweet potatoes)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to a toasty 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare the Sweet Potato Mixture

In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes with the melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, vanilla extract, sea salt, and lightly beaten eggs. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

3. Assemble the Casserole

Spoon the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Smooth it out evenly.

4. Make the Topping

In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, all-purpose flour, melted butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup. Mix until the mixture becomes clumpy and then scatter this topping over the sweet potatoes.

5. Bake the Casserole

Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and let it bake for about 25-30 minutes until it’s bubbling and the pecan topping is golden brown.

6. Cool and Serve

Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to enjoy this sweet, nutty dish.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

This casserole pairs beautifully with roasted meats and can be a star dish at holiday gatherings.

Storage

Leftover casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Serving Size

Consider serving this dish as a side for family gatherings, with each serving offering a comforting sweet flavor.

Variations

Feel free to experiment with different nuts or add marshmallows to the topping for a different twist.

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