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Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

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5 from 113 reviews
  • Author: Julian
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole is a warm, comforting dish perfect for fall and holiday gatherings. Featuring baked sweet potatoes combined with coconut milk and warming spices, topped with a crunchy cassava flour streusel mixed with maple syrup and pecans, this casserole delivers a naturally sweet, gluten-free treat that’s both nutritious and delicious.

Ingredients

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Base Layer

  • 2 extra large sweet potatoes (or 4 medium), baked then cooled, skin removed
  • 1/3 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot powder
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or powder

Streusel Topping

  • 3/4 cup cassava flour
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Mash Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, mash the baked and cooled sweet potatoes until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain for a creamy base.
  3. Mix Base Ingredients: Add the coconut milk, arrowroot powder, cinnamon, sea salt, and vanilla extract to the mashed sweet potatoes. Stir thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
  4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the sweet potato mixture into a 12×9 or 9×9 baking dish, spreading it evenly and setting it aside for topping.
  5. Prepare Streusel: In a medium bowl, whisk together cassava flour, cinnamon, and sea salt to combine the dry ingredients for the topping.
  6. Add Wet Ingredients to Streusel: Pour in the melted coconut oil and maple syrup into the dry mix, stirring thoroughly until a crumbly streusel forms.
  7. Top the Casserole: Crumble the streusel evenly over the sweet potato base layer in the baking dish.
  8. Add Pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the streusel layer to add crunch and nutty flavor.
  9. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the streusel is lightly browned and crisp.
  10. Serve Warm: Remove from oven and serve the casserole warm to enjoy its full flavor and comforting texture.

Notes

  • Ensure sweet potatoes are fully baked and cooled before mashing to achieve a smooth texture.
  • The arrowroot powder acts as a natural thickener, but if unavailable, tapioca starch can be a substitute.
  • For a nuttier taste, toast the pecans lightly before adding them on top.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
  • This casserole is naturally gluten-free and paleo-friendly.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole, gluten free sweet potato dish, holiday casserole, cassava flour topping, paleo dessert

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