Citrus Pecan Sweet Potato Bake

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Citrus Pecan Sweet Potato Bake transforms your holiday gatherings with a vegetarian dish that’s both comforting and festive. This eggless casserole features a smooth sweet potato base infused with citrus and warm spices, topped with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar crust. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is free from dairy, nuts, and gluten, making it suitable for various dietary needs.

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Overview

This Eggless Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for holiday gatherings or a comforting family dinner. The creamy sweet potato base is infused with a hint of citrus and warm spices, topped with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar crust that adds a delightful texture contrast. This dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, offering a rich and satisfying experience without the use of eggs.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Nuts, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 6 Whole sweet potatoes, peeled
• 0.25 Cups (c) evaporated milk
• 0.25 Cups (c) fresh orange juice
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 0.5 Cups (c) white sugar
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) butter, melted
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) nutmeg, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon, ground
• 0.33 Cups (c) butter, melted
• 0.75 Cups (c) packed brown sugar
• 0.5 Cups (c) all-purpose flour
• 0.75 Cups (c) pecans, minced

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish and set aside.
2. Cook the sweet potatoes and then peel them. Mash the sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
3. Add the evaporated milk, orange juice, vanilla extract, white sugar, salt, 3 tablespoons of melted butter, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until smooth and well combined. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
4. For the topping, in a separate bowl, combine 0.33 cups of melted butter, brown sugar, flour, and minced pecans until crumbly. Ensure the flour is well incorporated to avoid clumping.
5. Evenly sprinkle the pecan topping over the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
7. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the rich, nutty, and citrusy flavors of this comforting dish.

Enjoy your homemade Citrus Pecan Sweet Potato Bake!