Whipped Sweet Potato Casserole w/ Pecan Crumble Topping
You know what I love?
When food tastes like it’s really bad for you, BUT it’s actually not. This is half true for this whipped sweet potato casserole that must make an appearance on your Thanksgiving table.
It’s everything your body craves, with the fluffy whipped potatoes, that sweet creamy texture, topped with a crunchy, crumbly topping. TEXTURE. You know me and texture. I want it all! Smooth and creamy with a crunch.
I’m promise, you won’t even miss the marshmallows. Raise your hand if you’re a traditional marshmallow sweet potato casserole person? Anyone? Anyoooooooone? It’s ok, I still like you. But maybe switch things up this year?
Oh, that topping. Pecans, oats, a little butter, brown sugar. Yeaaaaah buddy. Just hand me a spoon!
I lightened up the casserole part of this dish with creamy coconut milk instead of butter. Don’t let it scare you, there’s no coconut flavor left behind!
Go ahead, try it!
Whipped Sweet Potato Casserole w/ Pecan Crumble Topping
- Yield: 8 1x
Description
This Whipped Sweet Potato Casserole w/ Pecan Crumble Topping is the perfect Thanksgiving dish that everybody will absolutely love!
Ingredients
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (or any milk)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 egg (at room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Pecan Crumble Topping
- 1 cup raw (whole pecans)
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (firmly packed)
- Dash of cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons white whole wheat flour (or all purpose flour)
- 4 tablespoons cold butter (cubed)
Instructions
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into 1 1/2 inch cubes. Add to a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender, about 12-15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Fit a stand alone mixer with the whisk attachment. (You can also use a hand mixer or mix by hand if necessary). Add the potatoes to the bowl of the mixer. Add the coconut milk, brown sugar, maple syrup, egg, vanilla, cinnamon and salt, and mix for 1-2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
- Pour sweet potato mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish and top with the pecan crumble. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown.
For the Pecan Crumble Topping
- Add the pecans, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, flour, and butter to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until crumble begins to come together and the butter forms pea sized balls of mixture.
Stick a fork in me, I’m done.
Delish side at our thanksgiving for 2 years in a row now!
Yay!!
This was my favorite side on our Thanksgiving table. The crumble on top was delicious and the sweet potatoes were just right and fluffy and good and yum! If you’re on the fence about trying this, get off the fence and start cooking!!
This was amazing for our Thanksgiving side. That Streusel topping was what hooked me, and it did not disappoint! Even non-sweet potato lovers tried it and enjoyed it.
Yay! Great for everyone!
First year making these and it wont be the last!
Love to hear it!
BIG HIT! Easy, quick and delicious. My fam isn’t usually into sweet sides but they all loved this one. The pecan/oat crumble topping takes it up a notch. Plus, I added a slight sprinkling of mini marshmallows…yumm
I’m so glad! And yes, it’s not too sweet!
Do you have a suggestion if someone is allergic to pecans?
You can swap for a different nut or use seeds or only oats!
Can I make this the day before Thanksgiving and just bake it on Thanksgiving? Thanks:)
Yes!
I’ve made this 3x and it is always a crowd pleaser!
So happy you all love it!
I would like to make this the night before Thanksgiving, should I bake it the day before and then just reheat it the next day or how should I prepare it?