Easy Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole
Easy Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole is a creamy and delicious dish that warms the heart with every bite. Combining sweet potatoes, rich coconut milk, and aromatic spices, this casserole is topped with a crunchy pecan crumble for the perfect contrast in texture. Ideal for holiday gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends while being entirely plant-based!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Boil sweet potatoes in water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, coconut milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish and top with a mixture of chopped pecans, oats, and brown sugar.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg