Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (Dairy-Free) (2024)

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Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole with pecans is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for the holiday season. This classic dish is made with mashed sweet potatoes, dairy-free butter, and a crunchy pecan topping with brown sugar and cinnamon. For another classic potato dish, try my Dairy-Free Scalloped Potatoes.

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The sweet and savory flavors of the casserole come together in a perfect balance, making it a favorite among many. Plus, the pecan topping adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that complements the creamy sweet potato base. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish or a dessert, sweet potato casserole with pecans is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.

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Instructions

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How to cook sweet potatoes:

First, you’ll want to cook the sweet potatoes and let them cool so you can easily peel them.

Instant Pot Method: Scrub the potatoes and then place them on top of a metal trivet or steamer basket in the pot. Add one cup of water. Secure the lid and set the manual setting to high pressure for 15 minutes. And then let it naturally release pressure for 10 minutes. Remove sweet potatoes from Instant Pot and let cool.

Oven Method: Preheat oven to 425°. Scrub potatoes and dry them off. Poke several holes in each one and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-50 minutes. Let cool.

Putting the Casserole Together:

While the sweet potatoes are cooking, mix together the topping ingredients and set aside.

Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9×13″ baking dish.

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Peel the potatoes, place them in a large bowl, and use a hand mixer to mash the potatoes. Add all the other ingredients and thoroughly mix them together.

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Place the sweet potato mixture in the greased baking dish and smooth it out evenly.

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Sprinkle the pecan crumble mixture over the potatoes. Just a note about the pecans – you can chop them finer if you’d like. I left mine in bigger chunks, but some of my family wishes they were smaller. So you decide how fine you want your pecans chopped.

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Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. If you’d like, you can top this off by broiling it for 2-3 minutes to get the topping even crisper. Just keep a close eye on it while you’re doing it so it doesn’t burn.

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Make-Ahead Tip:

This recipe is such a classic for the holidays! If you want to make it ahead, you can mix the potato mixture together, and the crumb topping together and store them separately in the refrigerator for 1-3 days ahead of time. Then, put it together and bake it the day you need it.

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Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole

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  • Author: MamaShire
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Sides
  • Method: Oven
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

Creamy mashed sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy sweet pecan topping come together to make this delicious classic casserole made gluten-free and dairy-free.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potato Filling:

  • 3 lbs sweet potatoes
  • ¼ cup almond, cashew, or coconut milk
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Topping:

  • 1 cup pecans, chopped (chopped the size that you prefer, fine or chunky)
  • ¾ cup dairy-free butter melted and divided
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup gluten-free flour*
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Cook the potatoes:

Instant Pot Method: Scrub the potatoes and then place them on top of a metal trivet or steamer basket in the pot. Add one cup of water. Secure the lid and set the manual setting to high pressure for 15 minutes. And then let it naturally release pressure for 10 minutes. Remove sweet potatoes from Instant Pot and let cool.

Oven Method: Preheat oven to 425°. Scrub potatoes and dry them off. Poke several holes in each one and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-50 minutes. Let cool.

  1. While the sweet potatoes are cooking, mix together the topping ingredients with ½ cup of the melted dairy-free butter and set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  3. Peel the potatoes, place them in a large bowl, and use a hand mixer to mash the potatoes. Add ¼ cup of the melted dairy-free butter, almond milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and salt to the potatoes and mix it all thoroughly together.
  4. Place the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish and smooth out evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the pecan topping over the potatoes.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. If you’d like, you can top this off by broiling it for 2-3 minutes to get the topping even crisper. Just keep a close eye on it while you’re doing it so it doesn’t burn.

Notes

*Gluten-Free Flour:My favorite gluten-free & dairy-free flour blends to use arePamela’s Artisan BlendandBetter Batter. I’ve been using them both with great results. They are both a 1-1 substitute.

Dairy-Free Butter:Suggested brands are Country Crock Plant Based with Avocado Oil, Smart Balance, or Earth Balance.

To make ahead: If you want to make it ahead you can just mix the potato mixture together and the crumb topping together and store separately for 1-3 days ahead of time. Then put together and bake the day that you need it.

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  1. Judy

    This is the absolute best! So easy and delicious! And that topping, what can I say, mmmm!!! Can not wait for the holidays this year to make it again.????

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    • MamaShire

      That’s wonderful! So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

  2. Lindsey

    Can you make this ahead? If so, what are you suggestions?

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    • MamaShire

      Yes, you can make this ahead.If you want to make it ahead, you can mix the potato mixture together, and the crumb topping together and store them separately in the refrigerator for 1-3 days ahead of time. Then, put it together and bake it the day that you need it.

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Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (Dairy-Free) (2024)

FAQs

How do you make sweet potato casserole not watery? ›

Eggs and cream help stabilize the dish and prevent it from becoming too runny (a common complaint with many sweet potato casserole recipes). Make it as smooth or chunky as you like!

Why add eggs to sweet potato casserole? ›

A really good sweet potato casserole filling should be light and moist, not dense. If it's dense, then you may not have added an often overlooked ingredient—an egg. An egg adds lift, structure and volume and makes the filling more custard-like.

Can celiac have sweet potatoes? ›

Yes, sweet potatoes are also naturally gluten-free. However, as with regular potatoes, when cooking them, you need to ensure that there are no gluten-containing ingredients. Or, if you are craving gluten-free snacks like sweet potato chips, remember to read the label in case they have any additives with gluten.

Can you free sweet potato casserole? ›

To Store: Store sweet potato casserole covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. To Freeze: Prepare the sweet potato casserole completely, but don't bake it. Cover with a double layer of aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months.

How do I thicken up my sweet potato casserole? ›

Add more potato and no liquid also you could use potato flakes to thicken them to the texture you like. Either with plain(all purpose) flour or cornflour mixed in milk to disolve first themn poured in ( not too much liquid just enough to disolve the powder).

How do you thicken potato casserole? ›

Make a cornstarch slurry for a fast and easy thickener.

Use one tablespoon of cornstarch per cup of liquid you would like to thicken. Stir out all the lumps. A few minutes before your casserole is done, add it a little at a time until you are happy with the thickness. Then, let the casserole finish baking.

What makes sweet potatoes taste better? ›

So if you want a sweet, sweet potato, you have to cook it until it reaches 135–170°F (57–77°C). And you want to keep sweet potatoes in that range for as long as possible. That will maximize how sweet the potatoes taste.

Why is my sweet potato casserole so watery? ›

Why is my sweet potato casserole watery? If you overcook your sweet potatoes, they may begin to absorb too much liquid, making them watery. It's important to cut your potatoes into equal-sized pieces so that they all cook at the same rate. Make sure to remove them from the steamer as soon as they are fork-tender!

What binds a casserole together? ›

The key to a good casserole is the sauce or broth that binds those ingredients together as they bubble in the oven, allowing the flavors to meld together into a harmonious, comforting meal. This can be something as simple as the McCormick Brown Gravy Mix used in this tasty Hamburger Casserole dish.

Who should avoid sweet potatoes? ›

People with kidney problems must avoid eating sweet potatoes because an improper functioning kidney cannot remove potassium from their body, causing high potassium levels that can be harmful to them. Sweet potatoes contain high amounts of oxalates that may increase the risk of calcium-oxalate kidney stones.

Is mayonnaise gluten-free? ›

Mayonnaise or “mayo” is typically made from naturally gluten-free ingredients: eggs, oil, vinegar, lemon and sometimes mustard/mustard seed or other spices. Mayo brands that have a gluten-free label have passed thorough testing and are safe to eat for people with celiac disease.

Are canned yams just sweet potatoes? ›

No, yams and sweet potatoes are not the same. Yams have rough, dark brown skin that is often compared to tree bark, and their flesh is dry and starchy like a regular potato. Sweet potatoes have smooth reddish skin, softer flesh (when cooked), and a sweet flavor.

What's the difference between sweet potato pie and sweet potato casserole? ›

The difference is that sweet potato casserole can either have a toasted marshmallow top or a crunchy brown sugar/nut top and is made with brown sugar in the casserole. Sweet potato pie is made with white sugar, has nothing on top, but can be served with whipped topping.

Should sweet potato casserole be firm? ›

Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture, then pop it into the oven and let it bake for 40 to 45 minutes. You will know it's done when the topping is lightly browned and the center of your casserole is set and firm.

How do you fix a watery casserole? ›

The solution for watery casseroles is instant potato mash powder or cornflour - slake (mix with a little water) at first or it will go lumpy. Stir well. Alternatively, don't add so much water at first, especially if you're using a slow cooker.

How do you make a casserole less liquidy? ›

Or better yet, avoid them altogether.
  1. Add A Starch. Cornstarch in wooden bowl - NIKCOA/Shutterstock. ...
  2. Experiment With Pasta Or Grains. ...
  3. Take The Lid Off. ...
  4. Drain Fat From Meat. ...
  5. Choose A Dry Or Low-Fat Cheese. ...
  6. Sprinkle Seeds Into Your Bake. ...
  7. Remove Excess Liquid. ...
  8. Leave The Casserole In The Oven A Bit Longer.
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How do you remove excess water from sweet potatoes? ›

Freezing sweet potatoes drives excess water out of the potato, resulting in an interior with more concentrated flavor. Freezing also lowers the starting temperature of the potato, allowing more time for amylase enzymes to convert starch to sweet-tasting maltose.

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