Coconut Pecan Sweet Potatoes
Transform your classic sweet potato casserole into a tropical-inspired dish with these Coconut Pecan Sweet Potatoes! This recipe combines creamy mashed sweet potatoes with the richness of unsweetened coconut milk, a hint of warm cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar for perfectly balanced sweetness. A golden topping of toasted shredded coconut and crunchy pecans adds texture and nutty flavor to every bite. Ready in just under an hour, this vibrant side dish is perfect for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or any time you want to impress. Serve it warm for a crowd-pleasing, gluten-free side that tastes as good as it looks!
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Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup pecans, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
Step 3
Place the cubed sweet potatoes into a large pot of boiling water. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 4
Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.
Step 5
Add the coconut milk, brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to the sweet potatoes.
Step 6
Mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste, if needed.
Step 7
Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Step 8
In a small skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the shredded coconut and chopped pecans until golden and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 9
Sprinkle the toasted coconut and pecans evenly over the sweet potatoes.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and the topping is slightly browned.
Step 11
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1130.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1674.3 |
| Total Fat 94.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 44.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1650.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 203.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 35.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 74.2g | |
| Protein 19.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 779.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 523.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories