Maple-Pecan Sweet Potato Bake with Brown Butter Swirl
Maple-Pecan Sweet Potato Bake with Brown Butter Swirl is a heartwarming dish that combines the creamy sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with crunchy pecans and a rich brown butter topping. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this delightful recipe is sure to impress your guests with its irresistible flavors and inviting aroma. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, making it a must-try comfort food that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups sweet potatoes (about 3 medium, peeled and cubed)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil the sweet potatoes in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and mash.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, eggs, and salt; mix well.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until golden brown, then stir in the pecans.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish and top with the brown butter-pecan mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, roast sweet potatoes before mashing. For variations, substitute pecans with walnuts or hazelnuts, or add orange zest for freshness.