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Lightened-Up Sweet Potato Casserole.

This Lightened-Up Sweet Potato Casserole is a guilt-free holiday treat! Enjoy the comforting flavors with a deliciously nutty topping.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup canned lite coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup whole, unsalted pecans chopped
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar for topping
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened, flaked coconut
  • 1 tablespoon whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for topping
  • Pinch nutmeg for topping
  • Pinch salt for topping
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened for topping
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk or fork
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Start by peeling and cubing the sweet potatoes. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook until the sweet potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Once cooked, drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the brown sugar, maple syrup, coconut milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mash everything together using a potato masher or a fork until smooth and creamy.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flaked coconut, whole wheat pastry flour, oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer. Then, scatter mini marshmallows on top for an extra touch of sweetness.
  6. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the marshmallows are toasted.

Notes

  • Use lite coconut milk for a creamy yet low-calorie casserole.
  • Toast the pecans before adding them for extra flavor.
  • Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to help it set.