Maple Bourbon Sweet Potato and Apple Bake
Elevate your holiday dining experience with this Maple Bourbon Sweet Potato and Apple Bake. This delightful casserole combines the natural sweetness of fresh sweet potatoes with the tartness of apple pie filling, enhanced by a hint of rich bourbon and spices. The creamy texture, combined with the crunchy toasted walnuts and a drizzle of maple syrup, creates a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for family gatherings or festive celebrations, this dish not only offers nutritional benefits, including vitamins and fiber, but also adds a memorable twist to your holiday table. Serve warm, and watch your guests come back for seconds!
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Servings
333
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
eggs
2 (beaten)
granulated sugar
1 cup (none)
butter
3/4 cup (softened)
evaporated milk
1/2 cup (none)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (none)
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (none)
salt
1 pinch (none)
fresh sweet potatoes
3 cups (scrubbed, steamed, peeled, and mashed)
apple pie filling
1 1/2 cups (none)
Bourbon
1/4 cup (none)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (none)
flour
1/3 cup (none)
butter
2 tablespoons (cold, cubed)
walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped and toasted)
maple syrup
3 tablespoons (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, granulated sugar, softened butter, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, freshly grated nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and salt. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
3
Gently fold in the mashed sweet potatoes, ensuring they are evenly incorporated into the mixture.
4
Spoon the sweet potato mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
5
In a separate small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and flour. Use a pastry blender or a fork to cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
6
Stir in the chopped and toasted walnuts until evenly distributed.
7
Sprinkle the brown sugar and flour topping over the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish. Drizzle the maple syrup over the top for added sweetness.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
9
Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly before serving, and enjoy this delectable holiday treat!
Nutrition Information
17
Fat
42
Carbs
5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Maple Bourbon Sweet Potato and Apple Bake?
It is a festive holiday casserole that combines mashed sweet potatoes with apple pie filling, bourbon, and warm spices, finished with a crunchy walnut and maple syrup topping.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How many calories are in this dish?
There are approximately 333 calories per serving.
How do I prepare the sweet potatoes for this recipe?
The sweet potatoes should be scrubbed, steamed, peeled, and mashed before being incorporated into the mixture.
How much bourbon is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of Bourbon.
What kind of milk is required?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of evaporated milk.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need 2 beaten eggs for the base mixture.
What size casserole dish should I use?
A greased 2-quart casserole dish is recommended.
How long does the dish need to bake?
The bake time is approximately 45 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
What ingredients are in the topping?
The topping consists of brown sugar, flour, cold cubed butter, chopped toasted walnuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Is there any fruit in this sweet potato bake?
Yes, it includes 1.5 cups of apple pie filling.
How much protein does this dish contain?
This recipe contains 5 grams of protein.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The recipe uses freshly grated nutmeg, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
How do I incorporate the butter into the topping?
Use a pastry blender or fork to cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour and brown sugar until it resembles coarse cornmeal.
How much fat is in this recipe?
The dish contains 17 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate count?
There are 42 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Can I use any type of nut for the topping?
The recipe specifically calls for 1/2 cup of chopped and toasted walnuts.
Should the sweet potatoes be mixed with an electric mixer?
The initial liquid mixture is beaten with an electric mixer, but the mashed sweet potatoes should be gently folded in.
How much granulated sugar is in the base?
The base mixture contains 1 cup of granulated sugar.
Is the butter for the base supposed to be cold?
No, the 3/4 cup of butter used in the base should be softened.
When do I add the maple syrup?
The maple syrup is drizzled over the top of the brown sugar and walnut topping just before baking.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 16 total ingredients listed.
Does this dish have nutritional benefits?
Yes, it provides vitamins and fiber from the fresh sweet potatoes.
What is the texture of the finished bake?
The dish has a creamy base texture with a crunchy nut topping.
How do I know when the bake is done?
It is ready when the casserole is bubbly and the topping has turned golden brown.
Should I serve this dish hot or cold?
It should be served warm after being allowed to cool slightly.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Key tags include sweet potatoes, casserole, holiday dish, apple, bourbon, and maple syrup.
Is this recipe considered a dessert?
While often served as a side, it is described as having a dessert-like quality.
How much flour is in the topping?
The topping requires 1/3 cup of flour.
How much brown sugar is used?
The topping uses 1/2 cup of brown sugar.