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Maple Bourbon Sweet Potatoes with Perfect Pecan Crumble

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A creamy, buttery sweet potato dish paired with the rich flavors of maple and bourbon, topped with a crunchy pecan crumble. Perfect for holidays or cozy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  2. Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, maple syrup, bourbon, heavy cream, salt, and cinnamon. Use an electric mixer or potato masher to whip until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and nutmeg. Stir until evenly mixed and crumbly.
  4. Transfer the whipped sweet potatoes to a greased baking dish, spreading them evenly. Sprinkle the pecan crumble generously over the top.
  5. Place the dish in the oven and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden and bubbly.
  6. Let the dish cool slightly before serving. The crumble will firm up a bit as it cools.

Notes

[“Don’t overboil the sweet potatoes to avoid them becoming waterlogged.”, ‘Let butter and cream come to room temperature for easier mixing.’, ‘Taste the whipped sweet potatoes before baking and adjust sweetness as needed.’, ‘Toast the pecans lightly for extra nutty flavor.’, ‘You can prepare the dish ahead of time and refrigerate it. Bake when ready to serve.’]

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Keywords: Maple Bourbon Sweet Potatoes, Pecan Crumble, Thanksgiving Recipe, Vegetarian Side Dish, Comfort Food

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