Maple-Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole with Cinnamon Crumble

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A comforting sweet potato casserole topped with a crunchy cinnamon-spiced pecan crumble and drizzled with pure maple syrup, ideal for holiday dinners. This american-inspired holiday ready in about 70 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed, unsalted butter, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

★ 4.0 (12 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 50 min Serves 8 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Boil 3 lbs peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot of water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain well.
  2. Step 2: Mash the sweet potatoes in a large bowl with 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  3. Step 3: Transfer mashed sweet potatoes to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup chopped pecans, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 3 tbsp melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle the pecan crumble evenly over the sweet potato layer. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden and crisp. Drizzle additional maple syrup over servings if desired.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 70 minutes (20 min prep + 50 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-Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole with Cinnamon 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 unsalted butter from drying out.

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

American holiday 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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