Best 8 Sweet Potato Casserole With Coconut Recipes

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**Sweet Potato Casserole with Coconut: A Culinary Symphony of Sweetness and Warmth**

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our sweet potato casserole with coconut, a dish that harmoniously blends the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the subtle nutty flavor of coconut. This comforting casserole is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual masterpiece, boasting a golden-brown crust and a creamy, flavorful filling. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Our comprehensive guide includes three enticing variations of this classic recipe, each offering unique flavor profiles to tantalize your palate. Whether you prefer the traditional Southern-style casserole, a luscious maple-pecan variation, or a tropical twist with pineapple and coconut, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. Get ready to warm your heart and soul with this delectable sweet potato casserole with coconut, a dish that promises to elevate any occasion.

* **Classic Southern Sweet Potato Casserole:** A time-honored recipe that embodies the essence of Southern comfort food. Roasted sweet potatoes are combined with butter, sugar, spices, and a touch of cinnamon, creating a velvety filling that is topped with a crispy pecan streusel.

* **Maple-Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole:** A harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors, this variation features roasted sweet potatoes tossed in a luscious maple syrup glaze and topped with a crunchy pecan crumble. The maple syrup adds a touch of sophistication, while the pecans provide a delightful textural contrast.

* **Tropical Sweet Potato Casserole with Pineapple and Coconut:** Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this vibrant casserole. Roasted sweet potatoes are combined with pineapple chunks, coconut milk, and a hint of ginger, creating a vibrant filling that is topped with a golden-brown coconut streusel. The pineapple adds a burst of tropical sweetness, while the coconut lends a subtle nutty flavor.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BEST SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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This casserole is easy to make but absolutely delicious. Even guests who hate sweet potatoes love this dish!

Provided by Sandy Scott

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups mashed cooked yams
2 eggs
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ cup flaked coconut
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk yams, eggs, 1/2 cup butter, white sugar, coconut, milk, and vanilla together in a bowl until smooth; pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Stir pecans, brown sugar, butter, and flour together in a separate bowl until crumbly; sprinkle over the yam mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the topping is slightly browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 54.1 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 97.8 mg, Sugar 15.9 g

SWEET POTATO-COCONUT CASSEROLE



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It may look like a traditional sweet potato casserole at first glance, but this version gets richness from coconut milk instead of cream, and brightness from fresh lime juice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
Coarse salt
3/4 cup coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest plus 2 teaspoons juice
1 1/4 cups miniature marshmallows
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large pot, cover sweet potatoes with cold salted water by 1 inch and bring to a boil. Reduce to a rapid simmer and cook until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes in a colander and let sit 5 minutes, then transfer to a food processor and process until smooth. Add coconut milk and lime zest and juice; process until combined. Transfer mixture to a 2-quart baking dish. Top with marshmallows and coconut and bake until toasted and golden, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH COCONUT



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Get the recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole With Coconut.

Provided by Charlyne Mattox

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
kosher salt
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
0.5 cup chopped pecans
0.5 cup granulated sugar
0.33 cup whole milk
0.5 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil and add 2 teaspoons salt. Reduce heat and simmer until very tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat oven to 325°F. In a small bowl, combine the coconut, brown sugar, pecans, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Add the granulated sugar, milk, butter, eggs, vanilla, and ½ teaspoon salt to the potatoes and mash until smooth.
  • Transfer the mixture to an 8-inch square or another shallow 2-quart baking dish and sprinkle with the coconut mixture. Bake until heated through (tent loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly), 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 kcal, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 464 mg, Sugar 39 g, Fat 23 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

VEGAN SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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We took this classic holiday dish and made it vegan-friendly, nixing the heavy cream and butter in favor of rich, creamy coconut milk. The result is a fluffy, non-dairy sweet potato filling that will satisfy everyone at your table. It's topped with a crunchy golden-brown nut layer spiced with cinnamon.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and roughly chopped (about 5 medium potatoes)
Kosher salt
1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk
3 tablespoons packed vegan light brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1/3 cup raw walnut halves and pieces
1/3 cup raw pecan halves
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed vegan light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons unrefined coconut oil, melted and cooled slightly

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the sweet potatoes: Put the sweet potatoes in a large pot and fill with enough water to cover by 2 inches. Season with a good pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, lower to medium low and simmer until the potatoes are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain well and return the potatoes to the pot.
  • Add the coconut milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and a pinch of salt; use a potato masher to mash the sweet potatoes until the mixture very smooth (see Cook's Note). Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish and smooth into an even layer.
  • For the nut topping: While the potatoes are cooking, add the walnuts, pecans, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and a pinch of salt to a food processor and pulse a few times until evenly and finely chopped (the nuts should be small but not pulverized). Add the coconut oil and pulse a few more times until the mixture is fully moistened and combined.
  • Sprinkle the nut mixture evenly over the sweet potato filling. Bake until the top is golden brown and the filling is heated through, 25 to 30 minutes. Let the casserole cool 5 minutes before serving.

COCONUT SWEET POTATOES



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In Nacogdoches, Texas, Hasel King mashes sweet potatoes with pineapples, orange juice and seasonings. With a streusel-like topping of coconut and pecans, its sweet taste and pretty look will garner praise. TIP: To switch it up, follow Hasel's lead and substitute peanuts for the pecans.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 6 medium)
1/3 cup crushed pineapple
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 30-35 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool slightly. , Peel the potatoes and place in a large bowl; mash. Add the pineapple, butter, orange juice, egg, salt, mace and ginger; mix well. , Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-30 minutes or until heated through., Combine the coconut, pecans and brown sugar; sprinkle over the top. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until topping is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 341mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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I got this recipe from a friend years ago, and I've used it a lot since! So many of my friends enjoyed it that I've sent the recipe all over the country. I make it primarily for Thanksgiving, or with dinner when I'm serving ham. -Eleanor Sherry, Highland Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

CASSEROLE:
2-1/4 to 2-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled and mashed (about 4 cups)
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sugar
TOPPING:
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, butter, eggs, milk, vanilla extract and sugar. Spread into a greased 1-1/2-qt. casserole. , For topping, combine all the ingredients and sprinkle over potatoes. Bake at 375° for 25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE W/COCONUT PECAN TOPPING



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My partner's wife sent this last year to our Thanksgiving luncheon at work. It was hit there and a hit at my house. I just love it!

Provided by Mysterygirl

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup half-and-half
2 eggs, beaten
salt
1 cup coconut
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup flour
1/3 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Mix all of the casserole ingredients in a mixer until smooth, then spread in a buttered dish.
  • Mix well topping ingredients and add melted butter.
  • Sprinkle on top of the potatoes.
  • Bake at 375 for 25 minutes.

SWEET POTATO, COCONUT AND PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE



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Looking for some variety? Look no further than our Sweet Potato, Coconut & Pineapple Casserole that includes pumpkin pie spice and brown sugar sweetness.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (20 oz.) pineapple chunks in juice, undrained
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 can (29 oz.) sweet potatoes, drained, cut into chunks
2/3 cup BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice; pour into small bowl. Add sugar, pumpkin pie spice and butter; stir until blended.
  • Place sweet potatoes in 9-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with pineapple chunks. Drizzle evenly with sugar mixture. Sprinkle with coconut and nuts; cover.
  • Bake 35 to 40 min. or until sweet potatoes are heated through and coconut is lightly browned, uncovering after 30 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 65 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size. This will help ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the sweet potatoes: They should be tender but still hold their shape. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
  • Use full-fat coconut milk: This will give the casserole a richer flavor and creamier texture. You can also use coconut cream, but it will be thicker and more concentrated.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: The spices in this recipe are what give it its unique flavor. Be sure to use fresh, ground spices for the best results.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the casserole to set. You can rewarm it in the oven or microwave before serving.

Conclusion:

This sweet potato casserole with coconut is a delicious and unique twist on a classic dish. It's perfect for any occasion, from holiday dinners to potlucks. With its creamy texture, sweet and spicy flavor, and beautiful presentation, this casserole is sure to be a hit.

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