Can I make Maple Sweet Potato Casserole ahead of time?

Absolutely. This dish is perfect for prepping ahead. You can assemble the entire casserole, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Just bring it to room temperature before baking, or add 5–10 minutes to the baking time if going straight from the fridge.

Can I use canned sweet potatoes instead of fresh?

Yes! Canned sweet potatoes (or yams) work well; just make sure they’re unsweetened and drained. Skip the added milk since they’re already soft, and reduce the maple syrup slightly if the canned version is already sweetened.

How do I make this sweet potato casserole without nuts?

If you’re cooking for someone with a nut allergy, replace pecans with rolled oats, sunflower seeds, or even crushed graham crackers. These will still add a nice crunch on top without the allergens.

Can I freeze Maple Sweet Potato Casserole?

Yes, but for best texture, freeze the base without the topping. Wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, add fresh topping, then bake until hot and golden.

Maple Sweet Potato Casserole: Best Holiday Side in 7 Steps

Name: Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 3–4 medium); 1/4 cup pure maple syrup; 1/3 cup whole milk; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 1/3 cup brown sugar; 1/4 cup flour; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1 tbsp maple syrup

Ingredients

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3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 3–4 medium)

1/4 cup pure maple syrup

1/3 cup whole milk

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 eggs, beaten

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp salt

Topping:

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1/3 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup flour

1/4 cup butter, softened

1 tbsp maple syrup

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 casserole dish.

2. Peel, cook, and mash sweet potatoes until smooth.

3. Add maple syrup, milk, butter, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.

4. Pour mixture into the baking dish and smooth the top.

5. In a separate bowl, mix all topping ingredients until crumbly.

6. Sprinkle topping evenly over sweet potato layer.

7. Bake 30–35 minutes until golden and bubbling.

8. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours in advance.

Nut-free option: Use oats or crushed pretzels instead of pecans.

To reheat: Bake covered at 300°F for 20 minutes or until warm.

Author: Chef Saly
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 310
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 68mg