Sweet Potato Casserole

Vegetarian
Popular
Health score
6%
Sweet Potato Casserole
60 min.
8
314kcal

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Craving a comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish that's both sweet and savory? Look no further than this classic Sweet Potato Casserole! This vegetarian-friendly recipe, a perennial favorite on holiday tables and weeknight dinners alike, is ready in just an hour and serves 8 hungry guests. Each serving boasts a satisfying 314 calories, making it a relatively guilt-free indulgence.

What makes this casserole so irresistible? Imagine the creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture of mashed sweet potatoes, infused with warm spices and a hint of vanilla, all perfectly balanced by the rich sweetness of brown sugar and maple syrup. But the real magic happens on top: A crisp, buttery pecan crumble adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that complements the soft, sweet potato base perfectly.

This recipe is incredibly simple to make, even for novice cooks. With just a few pantry staples and about 30 minutes of active cooking time, you can easily whip up this delectable side dish and impress your family and friends. Whether you're looking for a show-stopping side for Thanksgiving or a cozy comfort food for a simple weeknight meal, this Sweet Potato Casserole is sure to become a new family favorite. Get ready to experience a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.3 teaspoon cinnamon 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • 0.3 cup maple syrup 
  • 0.3 cup milk (or cream)
  • 0.5 cup pecans coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • pounds sweet potatoes peeled cut into 1 inch cubes
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Boil the sweet potatoes in water until tender, about 20-30 minutes, drain and mash.
  2. Mix in the sugar, maple syrup, milk, eggs, butter, cinnamon, vanilla and salt and pour the mixture into a baking dish.
  3. Mix the brown sugar, flour butter and pecans until it forms crumbs and sprinkle it on top of the sweet potatoes.
  4. Bake in a preheated 375F until golden brown on top, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories314kcal
Protein5.52%
Fat35.29%
Carbs59.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.31
Glycemic Load
15.92
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
13.809130471686%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.66mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:314.17kcal
15.71%
Fat:12.54g
19.29%
Saturated Fat:5.16g
32.27%
Carbohydrates:47.33g
15.78%
Net Carbohydrates:43.2g
15.71%
Sugar:24.69g
27.43%
Cholesterol:60.61mg
20.2%
Sodium:263.98mg
11.48%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.13%
100%
Protein:4.41g
8.82%
Vitamin A:16391.37IU
327.83%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.67%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.11%
Fiber:4.13g
16.54%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.95%
Potassium:477.17mg
13.63%
Copper:0.27mg
13.35%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.9%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.52%
Magnesium:42.09mg
10.52%
Phosphorus:102.63mg
10.26%
Selenium:6.06µg
8.66%
Iron:1.35mg
7.48%
Calcium:74.42mg
7.44%
Folate:26.75µg
6.69%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.93%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.88%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.61%
Vitamin C:2.84mg
3.44%
Vitamin K:2.93µg
2.79%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.26%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.98%