Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole

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ThisGluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole recipe is the perfect side dish for the holiday season! It features buttery sweet potatoes blended with brown sugar and warm spices, then topped with a crunchy pecan and marshmallow topping.

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This Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole is a classic recipe that's perfect for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas dinner, or just when you have a bunch of sweet potatoes and you're craving somethingdelicious!

For a healthier option try my healthy sweet potato crunch which contains coconut sugar and coconut oil. For a totally decadent nut-free option, try my baked sweet potato fluff.

📖Why You Will Love This Recipe

This recipe is the perfect combination of creamy sweet potatoes, crunchy pecans, gooey marshmallows, and all the best spices. It's quick to prep and a total crowd-please because it has pecans in the filling and on top.

Roasting rather than trying to steam the sweet potatoes is not only more hands-off, it prevents the potatoes from retaining too much moisture and becoming gummy.

This side dish is mostly sweet with subtle saltiness to give it just the right balance.

🧾Ingredient Notes

Sweet Potatoes- You'll need 3 pounds of sweet potatoes for this recipe, which is about 3 to large sweet potatoes. No need to peel them before cooking. Cooking them first makes the skin easily removable.

Eggs- Eggs bind everything together and create a light, fluffy mashed potato texture.

Mini Marshmallows- I recommend mini marshmallows so they don't over-take each bite. If all you have are regular marshmallows, chop them into smaller pieces first.

Pecans- The nutty crunch of toasted pecans is the perfect way to break up the sweet creaminess of the potatoes.

Brown Sugar- Brown sugar brings out the natural sweetness of the potatoes.

Spices- We're adding delicious layers of sweet spice with a blend of nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.

Vanilla Extract- Adds flavor depth and warmth.

Bourbon- An optional (but delicious) addition. Bourbon gives the casserole an extra layer of sweet vanilla and caramel flavors.

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Can I Use Canned Sweet Potato?

I don't recommend canned sweet potatoes for sweet potato casserole because of the high water level.

To use you need to heat in a pan on a simmer and reduce the puree by ⅓. You need 3 to 4 cups of puree.

💭Dairy-Free Sweet Potato Casserole

You can make this delightful GF sweet potato casserole dairy-free by substituting dairy-free or vegan butter.

⏲️How to Make GF Sweet Potato Casserole

This easy recipe for sweet potato casserole takes just 15 minutes to prep before it's going in the oven.

Scroll to the recipe card below for the full instructions and ingredient amounts.

Step 1 - Roast the Sweet Potatoes

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Pierce the sweet potatoes all over with a fork, then place them onto a baking sheet. Bake at 375ºF for 40 minutes or until they are fork tender.

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Step 2 - Make the Sweet Potato Filling

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Once the potatoes are done roasting, let them cool slightly, then slice down the middle and remove the skin. Alternatively, use a spoon to scoop the flesh out of the skin.

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Add the roasted sweet potato flesh to a large mixing bowl, then use a potato masher to roughly mash them. Add in the eggs, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, bourbon, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon, then use a hand mixer to combine everything well.

Stir in ½ cup of the toasted pecans.

Step 3 - Bake and Serve

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Once everything is combined, spread the mashed sweet potatoes into a baking dish. Use a spatula to smooth the mixture into an even layer.

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Top the potatoes off with mini marshmallows followed by the rest of the pecans, then bake for 25 minutes or until the marshmallows are golden brown on top.

🥗What to Serve with Sweet Potato Mash

This classic side dish is the perfect way to fill out your holiday table. But you can also serve it as a dessert. Like an easy version of my gluten-free sweet potato pie.

Whip it up forThanksgiving dinneror Christmas dinner alongside all your holiday favorites!

But I think the sweet potato flavors pair perfectly with tart roasted cranberries.

👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips

You can make this recipe with an electric mixer or food processor for a smooth custard. Or mash by hand for more texture.
If you are making a gluten-free sweet potato pie roast the sweet potatoes all at once.
If your marshmallows are getting too toasty loosely cover the casserole with aluminum foil.

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🌡️Make Ahead

Want to get ahead for your holiday dinner? You can easily prep this casserole ahead of time too!

To do so, follow the instructions as listed, spread the sweet potato mix into the casserole dish, but leave off the pecans and marshmallows and don't bake. Instead, cover with plastic wrap, then store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

When you're ready to bake, bring the casserole to room temperature for 30 minutes, add the topping ingredients, and bake as directed.

🌡️Storing Leftovers

Leftover sweet potato casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days.

To reheat, place in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and bake at 350ºF until heated through. You can also reheat smaller amounts in the microwave.

More Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Recipes

Gluten-Free Green Bean Casserole (No Flour or Canned Soup)
Gluten-Free Pecan Pie
Gluten-Free Turkey Gravy
Easy Gluten-Free Stuffing (Dressing)

💭Frequently Asked Questions

Can you eat sweet potatoes on a gluten free diet?

📖 Recipe Card

A traditional sweet potato casserole made without flour for a naturally gluten-free side dish everyone will love. Creamy sweet potato custard is covered a in a marshmallow and pecan topping.

Servings: 9

Prep: 15 minutes mins

Cook: 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Total: 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

5 from 2 votes

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Ingredients

▢ 3 pounds sweet potatoes
▢ 1 cup pecans chopped and divided
▢ ¾ cup brown sugar
▢ ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
▢ 2 large eggs
▢ 2 Tablespoons Bourbon optional but delicious
▢ 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
▢ ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
▢ ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
▢ 2 cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 F degrees. Pierce the sweet potatoes all over with a fork . Place on a baking sheet and bake for about 40 minutes or until tender.
3 pounds sweet potatoes
While the sweet potatoes are roasting add the pecans to a dry saute pan. Heat over medium-low heat. Toast the pecans for 5 minutes, shaking the pan every 30 seconds to prevent burning.
1 cup pecans
Allow the sweet potatoes to cool slightly then slice down the middle and remove skin. Or scoop out the flesh and place in a large bowl. Roughly mash the sweet potato.
Add the eggs, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, bourbon (if using), salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the sweet potatoes then beat with a hand mixer until well combined. Stir in a ½ cup of the toasted pecans.
¾ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, 2 Tablespoons Bourbon, 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Spread the sweet potato mixture into a 9x 13 baking dish and smooth out. Top with mini marshmallows and remaining pecans. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden.
2 cups mini marshmallows, 1 cup pecans

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Notes

Make Ahead:

Make the sweet potato mixture and spread into your casserole dish. Cover and refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you are ready to bake let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Top with the pecans and marshmallows and bake according to the recipe.

Dairy- Free:

Use vegan butter or dairy-free margarine.

Canned Sweet Potato Puree:

Canned sweet potato puree is very watery. To use you need to heat in a pan on a simmer and reduce the puree by ⅓. You need 3 to 4 cups of puree.

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Author: Jen Wooster

Course:: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

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