Lightened Sweet Potato Casserole Pecan Oat Streusel

Before diving into the delightful world of lightened sweet potato casserole pecan oat streusel, let’s talk about the sides that complement this scrumptious dish

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 1 5

Total Time: 1 15

Course: Side Dish, Thanksgiving

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Lightened Sweet Potato Casserole Pecan Oat Streusel

Servings:

Calories: 180kcal

Equipment

Oven

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes Base:

3 pounds 1.3 kg sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 2-inch chunks
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter or plant-based
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup unsweetened oat milk or your preferred milk alternative

Topping:

½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon maple syrup
⅓ cup 40g chopped pecans
¼ cup 28g finely ground almond flour
½ cup 45g old-fashioned rolled oats
¼ cup 60ml melted butter or liquid coconut oil
2 tablespoons 30g coconut sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

Start by peeling and chopping the sweet potatoes into manageable 2-inch chunks. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil and let them simmer until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 2: Blend to Creaminess

Once cooked, drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them with a potato masher or a hand mixer until they are smooth. Then add the melted butter, oat milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, and kosher salt. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy. Taste, adjust seasoning if necessary!

Step 3: Create the Streusel Topping

In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans, rolled oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, and ground nutmeg. Drizzle the melted butter or coconut oil and a pinch of kosher salt. Toss everything until the mixture appears crumbly.

Step 4: Assemble the Casserole

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the sweet potato mixture into a baking dish. Evenly distribute the streusel topping over the sweet potatoes, making sure it's well-covered.

Step 5: Bake

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and fragrant. Let it cool for a few minutes, then serve!

Notes

Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your sweet potatoes and spices, the more flavorful your casserole will be.
Don’t Overcook the Potatoes: Keep an eye on them! Overcooked potatoes become watery and can change the texture.
Taste as You Go: You want to make sure the seasoning is just right. Adjust gradually, especially with spices.
Let it Cool Slightly: Before slicing into it, a few minutes of cooling helps everything set up nicely.

Feel Free to Experiment: If you love other nuts or seeds, go ahead and mix it up! Walnuts or pecans work just as well.

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