(16k)Vegetarian Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble
Roasted sweet potatoes get mashed into a silky, spiced base with coconut milk, maple syrup, and warm notes of cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric, so every bite is rich without being heavy. The topping is where this dish really shines: raw pecans and rolled oats tossed with maple syrup and coconut oil bake up into a crackly, golden crumble that turns craggy and caramelized around the edges. It's an entirely plant-based side from top to bottom, with no meat, poultry, or fish anywhere in sight, making it an easy fit for a vegetarian holiday spread. The two-stage bake — roasting the sweet potatoes first, then finishing the whole casserole low and slow — is what gives it that deeply caramelized flavor instead of tasting boiled or flat. Scoop it straight from a 9x13 dish while the crumble is still crisp and the base is warm and creamy underneath. This one's a keeper for any vegetarian table, whether it's a weeknight side or the centerpiece of a bigger spread.
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8 servings
For the sweet potato base
- 3 lb sweet potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For the pecan crumble
- 1 cup raw pecan halves, roughly chopped
- ½ cup gluten free rolled oats
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Spread the sweet potato chunks in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tbsp melted coconut oil, and toss to coat. Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until completely tender when pierced with a fork and the edges are beginning to caramelize.
- 2
Transfer the roasted sweet potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Add the coconut milk, 3 tbsp maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and salt. Mash with a potato masher or fork until smooth and well combined, with no large lumps remaining. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
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