Whole30 Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan-Date Topping (Paleo)
Indulge in the wholesome flavors of this Whole30 Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan-Date Topping, a delightful addition to your holiday table or any family gathering. This dish features a creamy sweet potato base enriched with ripe bananas and topped with a crunchy, naturally sweet pecan-date mixture. Not only is it free from added sugars and gluten, but it also adheres to Whole30 and Paleo dietary guidelines, making it a versatile option for various dietary preferences. Whether served as a side dish during Thanksgiving or enjoyed as a comforting breakfast, this casserole will surely impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon Whole30-compliant vanilla powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- ¼ cup ghee (for topping)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup diced dates
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, ghee, beaten eggs, vanilla powder (if using), cinnamon, and mashed banana until well mixed.
- In another bowl, mix together the ghee, chopped pecans, cinnamon, diced dates, and coconut sugar for the topping.
- Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan with coconut spray oil. Spoon the sweet potato mixture into the pan and spread the pecan-date topping evenly on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until the casserole is cooked through and the topping is crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg