Spicy Sweet Potato Casserole

Transform your holiday table with this irresistible Spicy Sweet Potato Casserole, a bold twist on a classic comfort dish. Creamy mashed sweet potatoes are elevated with the warmth of cinnamon, the subtle heat of cayenne pepper, and the natural sweetness of maple syrup, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile. For an extra kick, add finely diced jalapeño for a spicy surprise in every bite. This casserole is topped with a crunchy pecan and panko breadcrumb mixture, toasted to golden perfection in the oven. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy gathering, this sweet and spicy casserole is guaranteed to be the star of your dinner spread.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
• 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sweet potatoes and cook for 15 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Add the butter, maple syrup, heavy cream, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and brown sugar to the bowl with the sweet potatoes.

Step 6

Mash the sweet potato mixture until smooth and well-combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 7

Fold in the finely diced jalapeño if using, for an extra spicy kick.

Step 8

Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 9

In a separate small bowl, combine the chopped pecans, panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.

Step 10

Evenly sprinkle the pecan and breadcrumb mixture over the sweet potato casserole.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1085.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2502.3

Total Fat 164.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 184mg	0%
Sodium 2967.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 252.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 105.3g
Protein 25.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 374.0mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 597.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.2%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 38.9%