Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole Recipe for Thanksgiving
This sweet potato and apple casserole recipe is a delightful Thanksgiving dish that combines various flavors. Make sure to check it out.
Equipment
- Steamer basket
- Large mixing bowl
- Casserole dish
- Pastry cutter (optional)
- Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 4 large Sweet potatoes peeled and cut into cubes
- 3 Granny Smith apples cored and sliced
- ¼ cup Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Nutmeg freshly grated
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoon Unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup Pecans roughly chopped
- ½ cup Brown sugar
- ⅓ cup All-purpose flour
- ¼ cup Unsalted butter cold and cubed
- Sea salt a pinch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Steam the sweet potato cubes until tender, which should take about 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, toss the steamed sweet potatoes with the sliced apples, maple syrup, thyme, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and melted butter.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- For the topping, combine the pecans, brown sugar, flour, and a pinch of sea salt in a separate bowl. Add the cold butter cubes and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato and apple mixture. Press down gently after each addition.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender. Allow the casserole to rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Layering — When assembling the casserole, I like to alternate layers of sweet potatoes and apples. This ensures that every bite has a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
- Thyme freshness — Fresh thyme truly makes a difference in this sweet potato and apple casserole recipe. I've tried dried, but the fresh leaves impart a more vibrant taste that dried thyme just can't match.
- Butter temperature — For the topping, cold butter is key. It helps create those delightful, flaky crumbs that make the casserole so special. I've learned that cutting the butter into small cubes before chilling it again makes the process even easier.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole Recipe for Thanksgiving
Amount per Serving
Calories
592
% Daily Value*
Fat
24
g
37
%
Saturated Fat
8
g
50
%
Trans Fat
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
10
g
Cholesterol
30
mg
10
%
Sodium
328
mg
14
%
Potassium
1003
mg
29
%
Carbohydrates
93
g
31
%
Fiber
11
g
46
%
Sugar
45
g
50
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
32625
IU
653
%
Vitamin C
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
128
mg
13
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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