20 Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes You Haven’t Tried Yet

You have a dinner to host and not a lot of variety to add to the menu, but if you have sweet potatoes, then you are good to go. You must be thinking how sweet potatoes can turn your dinner into something special. But believe me, there is something extremely special about sweet potato-prepared recipes, as they are healthy, yummy, and flavourful.

The sweet potato recipes are perfect for adding to your weekend dinner or your Thanksgiving menu. These sweet and savory sides bring everyone together for a delicious treat.

You must be thinking what all you can prepare from simple sweet potatoes! Then you need to get through this article, as there are plenty of unique appetizers and side dishes that can be prepared with a small twist to the regular recipes. These recipes will surely make your day more special.

So do not wait any longer and prepare your favorite recipe to turn your dinner into an unforgettable experience for your guests.

Creative Twists on Classic Sweet Potato Casserole

1. Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel Topping

The sweet potato casserole is a perfect recipe for your dinner. What makes this recipe special is its rich flavor, nutty brown butter, and a crunchy maple-pecan topping that turns the classic recipe into a crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

• 4 Medium Sweet Potatoes 
• 2 Tablespoons Butter 
• 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
• ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ½ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• 1 Egg
• ¼ Cup Milk
• Pinch of Salt
• ½ Cup Chopped Pecans 
• ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ⅓ Cup All-Purpose Flour 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon

Instructions

1. First, boil the sweet potatoes until tender. Then mash with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, milk, and salt until smooth.
2. Now spread the mixture evenly on a greased pan. 
3. Meanwhile, mix pecans, brown sugar, flour, butter, and cinnamon until crumbly.
4. Sprinkle streusel evenly over the sweet potatoes.
5. Then bake at 180°C for 30 minutes.
6. Set it aside for 10 minutes to cool, then serve.

2. Mini Sweet Potato Soufflé

This sweet, delicious delicacy is perfectly portioned and flavourful, and it cannot be missed from your party menu. These Mini Sweet Potato Soufflé treats have spiced mashed sweet potatoes and marshmallows that make it a sweet, creamy treat.

Ingredients

• 2 Large Sweet Potatoes Peeled 
• 2 Tablespoons Butter 
• 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar 
• ¼ Cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• Pinch of salt
• 1 ½ Cup Mini  Marshmallow

Instructions

1. Boil the sweet potatoes until tender. Then mash them smoothly.
2. Take a bowl, add butter, brown sugar, milk, egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt.
3. Then divide the mixture into 6 ramekins.
4. Now bake them at 180°C for 15 minutes.
5. Add a marshmallow on top once removed from the oven.
6. Keep them in the oven again for 3-5 minutes until golden and toasted.
7. Serve warm!

3. Savory Herb Sweet Potato Casserole with Crispy Shallots

If you are looking for something fresh and full of herbs, prepare sweet potatoes with caramelized onions and sage. Trust me, it is a perfect recipe as it is a fragrant blend of herbs and garlic that transforms this sweet potato recipe into a savory side dish.

Ingredients

• 4 Medium Sweet Potatoes 
• 2 Tablespoons Butter 
• ¼ Cup Milk
• ½ Teaspoons Salt 
• ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese 
• 3 Large Onions
• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 
• 1 Tablespoon Butter 
• 1 Teaspoon Brown Sugar 
• 6-8 Fresh Sage Leaves 
• 1 Teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves 
• Salt and Pepper to Taste

Instructions

1. Boil the sweet potatoes until tender and soft. Then mash them with butter, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth. Add in some Parmesan cheese. 
2. Now evenly spread the sweet potatoes in the baking dish.
3. Take the skillet and heat olive oil, add the onion, and cook until golden brown.
4. Add some brown sugar, thyme, and a pinch of salt.
5. Spread the caramelized onions over sweet potatoes. Add some sage leaves too.
6. Bake for 2 minutes at 190 degrees C. 
7. Serve!

4. Sweet Potato Casserole with Oatmeal Cookie Crumble

My all-time favorite sweet potato crumble casserole recipe uses a simple handful of pantry staples and takes just a few minutes to make. What makes this special is the crunchy pecans, toppings, and sweet potato flavor. Make sure you follow the ingredient list carefully so the recipe turns out perfectly.

Ingredients

• 4 Medium Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ½ Cup Brown Sugar
• ¼ Cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 
•  ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• Pinch of Salt 
• ¾ Cup All-Purpose Flour 
• ½ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• 5 Tablespoons Cold Butter 
• ½ Chopped Pecan 

Instructions

1. First, boil sweet potatoes until tender. Then mash them with butter, brown sugar, milk, egg, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Spread the mixture evenly on the baking tray. Meanwhile, take a bowl, add flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
3. Now, rub some cold butter until a coarse texture forms. 
4. Add some pecans and spread the crumble evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
5. Bake at 180°C for 35 minutes; let it cool before serving.
6. Serve!

5. Whipped Sweet Potato Casserole with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Swirl

Trust me, this sweet and elegant recipe, sweet potato swirl casserole, is going to become the talk of the party. This light and velvety cinnamon-topped holiday recipe is perfect for your Thanksgiving menu. Trust me, once you serve this recipe, the guests will ask for it again and again.

Ingredients

• 4 Medium Sweet Potatoes 
• 2 Tablespoons Butter 
• ¼ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ¼ Cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• Pinch of Salt 
• 8 Oz Cream Cheese 
• 3 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar 
• 1 Egg yolk
• ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. First, boil the potatoes until tender.
2. Then mash them with butter, brown sugar, milk, egg, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Spread the mixture evenly on the baking tray.
4. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the sweet potatoes.
6. Use a knife to create a pattern over the surface.
7. Bake at 180°C for 35 minutes. Let it cool for some time before serving.
8. Sprinkle some cinnamon too.

6. Salted Caramel Sweet Potato Casserole with Pretzel Topping

If you want something sweet and salty, then your search ends here. The salted-caramel pretzel sweet potato recipe is not to be missed. This playful twist of sweet and salty flavor topped with butter, pretzel, and a golden caramel makes this recipe perfect for every special occasion.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ¼ Cup Brown Sugar
• 2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup 
• ½ Cup Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon Powder 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt
• 1 Egg
• 1 Cup Mini Pretzel 
• ½ Cup Crushed Pretzel 
• ½ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ½ Cup All-Purpose Flour 
• 4 Tablespoons Butter 
• ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¼ Cup Chopped Pecans 
• ¼ Cup Caramel Sauce 
• Sea Salt

Instructions

1. First, preheat the oven to 180°C and lightly grease the baking dish.
2. Boil these sweet potato cubes in salted water for 12 to 15 minutes, until tender. Smash the sweet potatoes in a large bowl, then add melted butter, brown Sugar, maple syrup, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and egg if adding. Mix until everything is smooth.
3. Now spread this mixture on the baking dish. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, mix crushed pretzels, brown sugar, flour, melted butter, cinnamon, and nuts. Then sprinkle the crumble over the sweet potato layer.
4. Arrange whole mini pretzels on top for a crunchy finish. 
5. Now bake it for 25 to 30 minutes until it is crisp and golden. Drizzle warm caramel sauce over the casserole, sprinkle some sea salt, and serve

7. Maple Pecan Apple Sweet Potato Bake

The warm combination of apple and sweet potato is a must-make this season. The cozy combination of Fall flavors comes together in this recipe prepared by caramelizing apples, toasted pecans, and glossy maple syrup.

Ingredients

• 4 Medium-Sized Sweet Potatoes
• 2 Apples
• 1 Cup Pecans
• 4 Tablespoons Butter
• ⅓ Cup Maple Syrup
• ¼ Cup Brown Sugar
• ½ Cup Orange Juice 
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• ½ Teaspoon Salt
• ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper 
• 1 Teaspoon Fresh Thyme

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into thick rounds, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
2. Then boil the sweet potato slices for 5 to 7 minutes until slightly tender, but not fully cooked.
3. Take a bowl, mix melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, and vanilla extract. 
4. Meanwhile, arrange the sweet potato slices and apple slices in the baking dish. Then pour the maple butter mixture evenly over the sweet potato and apples.
5. Sprinkle some pecans on top, along with a little thyme.
6. Now cover the dish with the foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil, then bake for another 15-20 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender and the apples are tender. Serve!

8. Sweet Potato Casserole with Toasted Coconut and Pineapple

Are you looking for something fresh and tropical to add to your menu? Then the pineapple-coconut sweet potato casserole is a perfect option for you. The recipe is a perfect blend of sweet potatoes, juicy pineapple, and sweet coconut flakes.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes
• 3 Tablespoons Butter
• ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar
• ½ Cup Coconut Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ½ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• ¼ Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt
• 1 Large Egg
• 1 ½ Cups Pineapple Chunks
• 1 Cup Coconut Flakes
• 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar 
• 2 Tablespoons of Melted Butter
• ¼ Cup Chopped Pecans

Instructions

1. You need to preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Boil the sweet potato cubes for 12-15 minutes until tender.
2. Then mash the sweet potatoes until smooth, add some melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, coconut milk, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla.
3. Now, let the mixture cool, then add the eggs to make a firm casserole.
4. Spread the mixture evenly on the baking dish. Arrange the pineapple chunks on top.
5. Meanwhile, combine coconut flakes, brown sugar, melted butter, and chopped nuts. Sprinkle it evenly over the pineapple.
6. Bake them for 25-30 minutes, until the tops are golden and crusty.
7. Keep it aside for 5 minutes before serving.

9. Sweet Potato Cranberry Cornbread Skillet

The sweet potato cranberry corn bread is a bold and flavourful recipe with layers of different ingredients, topped with cranberry and cheese. You can make this recipe as a comforting snack or add it to your dinner menu too.

Ingredients

• 2 Medium Sweet Potatoes 
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil 
• 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika 
• ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper 
• ½ Teaspoon Salt 
• ½ Cup Dry Cranberries 
• 2  Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley 
• 1 Small Onion 
• 1 Cup Cornmeal 
• 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour 
• 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder 
• ½ Teaspoon Baking Soda 
• ½ Teaspoon Salt 
• 2 Large Eggs 
• 1 Cup Buttermilk 
• ¼ Cup Melted Butter 
• 2 Tablespoons Honey 
• ½ Cup Mashed Cooked Sweet Potato 
• ½ Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese 

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees C and grease a baking dish.
2. Then toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast the sweet potatoes for approximately 18-20 minutes. Meanwhile, take a large bowl, add cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, honey, and mashed potatoes. Combine wet and dry ingredients and mix them well.
5. Now, fold in the roasted sweet potato cubes, cranberries, parsley, onion, and cheddar cheese.
6. Pour the batter into the skillet. Bake for 25-30 minutes until it’s golden brown.
7. Slice and garnish with parsley.

10. Pecan Streusel Sweet Potato Casserole

Are you bored with those old plain, boring sweet potato recipes? Then  Pecan Streusel Sweet Potato Casserole is something that you need to try. The recipe is a rich combination of vanilla and buttery pecans that makes this casserole taste like a yummy dessert.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Melted Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ½ Cup Milk
• 1Teaspoons Vanilla Extract 
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt 
• 1 Large Egg
• ¾ Cup Chopped Pecans 
• ½ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ⅓ Cup All-Purpose Flour 
• 4 Tablespoons Melted Butter 
• ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon 

Instructions

1. First, preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Then boil the sweet potatoes until tender, and then mash them.
3. Add butter, brown sugar, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and egg. When mixed properly, add the mixture to a baking tray. 
4. Mix the pecans, brown sugar, flour, and butter, then sprinkle the mixture over the sweet potatoes.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crisp.
6. Keep it aside for 5 minutes before serving.

11. Sweet Potato Casserole Bake with Cinnamon Roll Topping

I bet you won’t have to think about this cinnamon-roll-sweet-potato recipe. Well, I am here to serve you a dreamy dessert made with soft, sweet potatoes, topped with sliced cinnamon rolls to perfection. The recipe demands all the attention, as it cannot be missed by dessert lovers.

Ingredients

• 2 Cups Mashed Cooked Sweet Potatoes 
• 8-10 Cinnamon Rolls
• 2 Large Eggs 
• ¾ Cup Milk 
• ¼ Cup Brown Sugar 
• 2 Tablespoons Melted Butter 
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• 1 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• Pinch of salt

For The Glaze

• ½ Cup Icing Sugar 
• 2 Tablespoons Cream Cheese
• 1-2 Tablespoons Milk
• ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Then cut cinnamon rolls into pieces and arrange them in a dish. 
2. Now, whisk sweet potato, egg, milk, sugar, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Pour the mixture over cinnamon rolls. You can bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
4. Mix glaze ingredients well and drizzle over warm casserole.

12. Sweet Potato Casserole With Honey Butter Cornflake Crunch

The Sweet Potato Casserole With Honey Butter Cornflake Crunch is a simple and delightful recipe to treat your guests with. The recipe combines sweet, creamy potatoes with honey and comforting toppings, resulting in a dish that’s crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ¼ Cup Honey 
• ½ Cup Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt 
• 1 Large Egg
• 2 Cups crushed Cornflakes 
• 2 Tablespoons Melted Butter 
• 2 Tablespoons Honey

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C.
2. Boil the sweet potatoes until tender, then mash and mix with butter, brown sugar, honey, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and egg. Then spread the prepared mixture evenly over the dish.
3. Then toss the crushed cornflakes with melted butter and sprinkle over.
4. Bake for at least 30 minutes, until golden brown. Drizzle honey over and serve warm.

13. Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Bacon Streusel

This unique combination of bacon and sweet potato is one you surely need to try for your brunch. This smoky, sweet, and totally flavourful Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Bacon Streusel recipe, maple bacon sweet potato casserole, features layers of flavor that are hard to resist. This unique twist on the classic recipe will stand out on your table.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 6 Strips Bacon
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ¼ Cup Maple Syrup 
• ¼ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ½ Teaspoon Smoked Paprika 
• ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper 
• ½ Teaspoon Salt 
• ½ Cup Breadcrumbs 
• 2 Tablespoons Melted Butter

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C.
2. Boil the sweet potatoes until tender, then mash well. Mix it with butter, maple syrup, milk, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Now spread the mixture in a baking dish. Combine bacon, breadcrumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Sprinkle topping over sweet potatoes. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
4. Serve warm!

14. Toasted Meringue Sweet Potato Casserole 

The Toasted Meringue Sweet Potato Casserole is an exotic dessert spiced with cookies, topped with egg white cream. You can prepare this recipe ahead of time so that it sets well. Trust me, this dessert will become an instant favorite among your guests.

Ingredients:

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• , Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt 
• 1 Cup Crushed Biscuits 
• 3 Tablespoons Melted Butter 
• For the Meringue 
• 3 Large Eggs White 
• ½ Cup Granulated Sugar 
• ½ Teaspoon Cream of Tartar 
• ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees C. Boil the sweet potatoes, then mash them with butter, milk, cinnamon, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Then mix the biscuit crumbs with melted butter and press half of it into the dish. Evenly spread the sweet potato mixture over the crumb layer and sprinkle the remaining crumbs around the edges.
3. Gently whip egg whites and cream of tartar, and add sugar until stiff peaks form.
4. Spread the meringue over sweet potatoes. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
5. Serve!

15. Cranberry Orange Streusel Sweet Potato Casserole

The recipe is a perfect combination of citrusy cranberries and zesty orange peel, adding a festive touch. The cranberry orange sweet potato casserole is a stunning side for the holiday table. The addition of multiple ingredients in the recipe makes this unique and more intricate in flavor. You need to serve this recipe to your guests for sure.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt 
• ¾ Cup Dried Cranberries 
• 1 Tablespoon Orange Zest

For the Streusel 

• ½ Cup All-Purpose Flour 
• ½ Cup Brown Sugar
• ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• 4 Tablespoons Melted Butter
• ¼ Cup Chopped Pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Boil the sweet potatoes, then mash them with butter, sugar, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
2. Spread the mixture evenly on the dish, then top it with orange zest and cranberries.
3. Mix the streusel ingredients until crumbly, sprinkle on top, and bake for 30 minutes.
4. Serve warm!

16. Roasted Garlic and Thyme Sweet Potato Casserole

This rich, creamy, irresistible roasted garlic-and-thyme sweet potato recipe will be an instant hit with your guests. What sets this recipe apart is the roasted garlic and melted Parmesan, which give it a unique twist without losing its soul. If you are not a huge fan of sweet recipes, this roasted garlic recipe is perfect for you.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• 1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella 
• ½ Chopped Walnuts 
• 1 Tablespoon Sage
• 1 Teaspoon Fresh Thyme 
• 2 Garlic Cloves
• ½ Teaspoon Salt
• ¼ Teaspoons Black Pepper 
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

Instructions

1. Roast the garlic in olive oil for 30 minutes at 190 degrees C. 
2. Boil the sweet potatoes and mash them well. Mix it with roasted garlic, butter, cream, cream cheese, salt, and pepper. 
3. Then spread the mixture on a baking dish and top it with Parmesan cheese and thyme.
4. Bake for 30 minutes until lightly crisp.
5. Serve warm!

17.  Cinnamon Cream Cheese Swirl Sweet Potato Casserole 

The Cinnamon Cream Cheese Swirl Sweet Potato is a rich, flavourful recipe that will melt in your mouth in no time. The wholesome preparation of this recipe calls for sweet potatoes with a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg, which makes it perfect for every occasion. The recipe is perfect for all age groups. So, without a second thought, just go for this delicacy and enjoy it with your friends and family.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar 
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt
• ¾ Cup Cream Cheese 
• 2 Tablespoons Honey

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees C. Boil sweet potatoes, then mash them with butter, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. 
2. Then spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish. Meanwhile, mix cream cheese with maple syrup and add it over the sweet potatoes. 
3. Take a knife and gently create a marble pattern. Then bake for 30 minutes.
4. Keep it aside for 5 minutes before serving.

18. Brown Sugar Raisin Sweet Potato Casserole Streusel

The deep caramelization, along with raisins and vanilla extract, makes it perfect as a side dish. The brown Sugar raisin sweet potato casserole can be prepared ahead of time and served whenever you want to. The best part about this recipe is that it does not call for any extra ingredients or a huge list of ingredients, but basic pantry staples to prepare this exotic delicacy. 

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg 
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt 
• ¾ Cup Raisin 
• ½ Cup Chopped Pecans 
• 2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup 
• 2 Tablespoons Melted Butter 

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees C. Boil sweet potatoes, then mash them with butter, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. 
2. Then spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish. 
3. Take a bowl and mix pecans, maple syrup, and melted butter. Then sprinkle the topping over the sweet potatoes. 
4. Bake for 30 minutes. Serve warm!

19. Sage Walnut Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole

The  Sage Walnut Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole is a recipe filled with walnuts and sage, topped with shredded mozzarella, making it a perfect add-on for your menu. This baked layer recipe with aromatic herbs is perfect for your brunch or dinner party. You can prepare this for any special occasion as it won’t fail to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• 1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella 
• ½ Chopped Walnuts 
• 1 Tablespoon Sage
• 1 Teaspoon Fresh Thyme 
• 2 Garlic Cloves
• ½ Teaspoon Salt
• ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper 
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil 

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees C. Boil the sweet potatoes until tender and mash them well.
2. Mix it with butter, milk, garlic, salt, and pepper. Also add half of the cheese, sage, thyme, and walnuts. 
3. Evenly spread the mixture in the baking dish and then top it with cheese and walnuts.
4. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 30 minutes. 
5. Garnish with fresh sage and serve.

20. Maple Pistachio Sweet Potato Casserole

Well, a special occasion calls for something special, and what can be more exotic than Maple Pistachio Sweet Potato Casserole? This rich, vibrant, and delightfully naughty recipe is a perfect recipe for your Thanksgiving. What makes this recipe more exotic and rich is the pistachio and golden maple syrup. Without wasting much time, prepare this recipe and be the star of the evening.

Ingredients

• 4 Large Sweet Potatoes 
• 3 Tablespoons Butter 
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• ¼ Cup Maple Syrup 
• 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar 
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 
• ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon 
• ¼ Teaspoon Salt 
• ¾ Cup Chopped Pistachios 
• ½ Chopped Dates
• 2 Tablespoons Melted Butter

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Now boil the sweet potatoes until tender, then mash them and mix with butter, milk, maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. 
3. Now mix the mixture. Then spread it evenly on the baking dish.
4. Take a bowl and combine the pistachios, dates, and some melted butter; mix them well, then scatter over the top.
5. Bake it for 30 minutes, until golden and lightly caramelized. Drizzle with a little maple syrup and serve.

Conclusion

Sweet potatoes can sometimes taste plain and ordinary. But with the recipes I shared above, sweet potatoes are about to become your new go-to item. The sweet potato casserole may start as a simple dish, but it will become the soul of your holiday preparations. These sweet potatoes can be prepared in a variety of ways: top them with crunchy pecans, add marshmallows, or serve them with prepared cinnamon rolls. Every preparation will be unique and flavourful.

These creative ideas are a unique twist on regular preparations. As you plan your next brunch or dinner party, make sure you try something out from this exotic list. Trust me, these recipes are perfect for all ages and will be enjoyed by everyone at the table. With regular pantry staples, you can turn your recipe into something unique and exotic in no time. These recipes will be asked for again and again. Do let me know in the comments section which recipe turned out to be your favorite.