Easy Sweet Potato Apple Bake
I love the taste and texture of roasted sweet potatoes. And if you’re looking for a sweet potato casserole with some texture as opposed to perfectly smooth or mashed, put this side dish on your menu. The apples also retain a bit of texture and their flavor along with the sweet potatoes is such a classic pairing of fall flavors. I love crumble toppings, and this one was no exception. It’s the crumble topping I use on my traditional Sweet Potato Casserole, minus the pecans although you can incorporate them if you want to. It’s made from butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon giving this recipe a sweet potato casserole feeling rather than just roasted sweet potatoes and apples. I’m definitely thankful for it this Thanksgiving! This is the type of sweet potato casserole that doesn’t feel overly decadent, overly sweet, or too mushy or gloppy. It feels as healthy as sweet potato casserole can get but still resembles sweet potato casserole. There’s enough decadence and food coma-type foods at Thanksgiving and Christmas meals that having a healthier side dish is a welcome addition for me!
What’s in Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole?
To make the roasted sweet potatoes and apples, you’ll need:
Sweet potatoes – use 3 pounds of sweet potatoes that are peeled and diced into 1-inch chunks Coconut oil – olive oil will also work if that’s what you prefer Kosher salt and pepper Unsalted butter Light brown sugar All-purpose flour Cinnamon – 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg can also be included for extra depth Apples
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Make Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole
Not only is it slightly healthier than your standard holiday casserole, but, in my opinion, this sweet potato and apple casserole is easier to make, too! Here’s an overview of how it’s done:
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