Sweet Potato Casserole

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This sweet potato side dish recipe is what every dinner table needs over Thanksgiving or Christmas. The perfect combination of sweet, creamy, and crunchy. This healthy Sweet Potato Casserole recipe will be a total hit and can be made vegan-friendly by simply skipping on the eggs.

Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe Highlight

  • Super creamy: The sweet potatoes provide the dreamiest, creamiest base – melt in the mouth delicious!
  • Tasty: A yummy crunchy topping. Made with oat flour, maple syrup, and a host of chopped nuts, it’s perfectly sweet, crunchy, and oh-so-satisfying.
  • A healthy casserole: Naturally sweetened and loaded with sweet potato, this is a guilt-free casserole.
  • Let it sit: Ideally, let this Sweet Potato Casserole stand at room temperature for around 10 minutes before serving.
  • How will I know when the Sweet potato casserole is done: A Sweet potato casserole that serves just about 4-6 will need to be baked in a preheated oven for at least 20-25 minutes. A larger quantity will need a good 40 minutes. You will know when its down when the top is slightly browned and looks firm or firm to the touch.

How to make Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Sweet Potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 Large Eggs , Skip this for a vegan option
  • ¼ Cup Maple Syrup
  • A pinch of sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

For the Crunchy Topping:

  • ⅓ Cup blended rolled oats
  • ¼ Cup Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
  • ½ Cup Chopped Nuts of choice, (pecans, walnuts, pistachios, cashew, etc.)
Related:   Black Rice Peas

Directions

  1. Peel sweet potatoes and chop into 3/4 inch squares.
  2. Place the chopped sweet potatoes in a pot filled with water just enough to cover them. Cook for 10-15 minutes, or until tender.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  4. Once the potatoes are done, drain and mash them. Stir in the eggs, maple syrup salt, and vanilla extract. Mix well then spread the mixture in a 2-quart casserole dish.
  5. In a mixing bowl, add oat flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, and nuts. Stir until crumbly then sprinkle the topping all over the mashed potatoes.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tops are golden and crispy.
  7. Enjoy!
Storage: Sweet potato casserole can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You may also freeze for up to 4 months.

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