Sweet Potato Casserole with Coffee Drizzle
A creamy, spiced sweet potato casserole topped with a bold coffee drizzle for a sweet-savory twist that defies tradition.
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
- 3 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
For the Coffee Drizzle:
- ⅓ cup brewed coffee strong and bold
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain potatoes, then mash until smooth.
- Stir in melted butter, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Spread mixture evenly in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25 minutes until slightly golden on top.
- While baking, whisk coffee, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, cinnamon, and salt in a saucepan.
- Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove casserole from oven and drizzle the coffee glaze over the top.
- Serve warm and prepare for unsolicited compliments.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~220
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 250%
- Potassium: 12%
- Iron: 5%
- Magnesium: 6%
- Vitamin C: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use dark roast coffee for maximum flavor impact.
- For extra crunch, top with chopped pecans before baking.
- If you must add marshmallows, at least toast them properly.