Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble

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Sweet potatoes baked with warm maple syrup and topped with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar crumble, a comforting and vibrant Thanksgiving side dish. This american-inspired thanksgiving ready in about 60 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, maple syrup, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.3 (12 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 35 min Serves 8 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Peel and cut 3 pounds of sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Place in a large pot with water to cover and boil until tender, approximately 20 minutes. Drain well.
  2. Step 2: Mash the sweet potatoes with 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/3 cup maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Step 3: Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a 9x13-inch baking dish, smoothing the top.
  4. Step 4: In a bowl, combine 1 cup chopped pecans, 1/3 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. Cut in 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (not listed separately) with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle the pecan crumble evenly over the sweet potato layer and bake for 25-30 minutes until the topping is golden and crispy.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sweet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble?

American thanksgiving like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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