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Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole with Apples

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This Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole with Apples is a cozy, naturally sweet, and wholesome side dish featuring creamy mashed sweet potatoes, tender cinnamon-spiced apples, and a crunchy oat-pecan topping. Perfect for holidays or any comforting meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk or other non-dairy milk
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large apples, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegan butter (for sautéing)
  • 3/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil or vegan butter (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Boil cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.
  3. In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with coconut milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth. Spread evenly in the prepared dish.
  4. In a skillet, sauté sliced apples in 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or vegan butter for 5–7 minutes, until slightly softened. Layer over the sweet potato mixture.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine oats, chopped pecans, sugar, flour, and a pinch of salt. Add melted coconut oil or vegan butter and mix until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the oat-pecan topping evenly over the apple layer.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until topping is golden brown and apples are tender.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

  • Use certified gluten-free oats and flour to make the dish gluten-free.
  • Omit pecans or replace with sunflower seeds for a nut-free version.
  • Add ginger or cloves for a more aromatic flavor profile.
  • Top with vegan marshmallows for a festive twist.
  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen (without topping).

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