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A close-up spoonful of creamy sweet potato casserole, showing the smooth texture of the filling and the crunchy pecans on top.

Maple Sweet Potato Casserole (The Ultimate Holiday Recipe)

This Maple Sweet Potato Casserole is the ultimate holiday side dish! Featuring a creamy, rich sweet potato filling with pure maple syrup and warm spices, all topped with a crunchy pecan streusel. Perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pounds sweet potatoes about 4-5 medium, scrubbed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce the sweet potatoes several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until they are very tender.
  2. Prepare the Filling: Once cool enough to handle, scoop the flesh out of the skins and into a large mixing bowl. Mash until smooth.
  3. Mix the Casserole Base: To the mashed sweet potatoes, add the melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  4. Assemble the Casserole: Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Bake the Casserole: Sprinkle the topping over the filling. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, until the topping is golden brown.
  7. Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Tip 1: For the creamiest filling, bake the sweet potatoes instead of boiling them to avoid excess water.
Tip 2: The casserole can be assembled a day in advance. Store the filling and topping separately, then assemble and bake just before serving.