Sweet Potato Casserole with Coconut Topping
Sweet Potato Casserole with Coconut Topping is a delightful dish that brings together creamy sweet potatoes and a crunchy, toasted coconut layer. This comforting casserole not only makes an impressive side for holiday feasts but also serves as a satisfying dessert. With its perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, it transforms any meal into a celebration, making it a must-try recipe for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side dish/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened toasted coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks; boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then drain and cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Mix in melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine toasted coconut flakes and chopped pecans; sprinkle this mixture generously over the sweet potato layer.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg