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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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

Is sweet potato good for celiac? ›

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.

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Are canned sweet potatoes gluten-free? ›

Sweet potatoes are naturally gluten-free. The only problem that arises is in how they are prepared. For example, are they prepared in an area or on a surface that is shared with gluten-containing ingredients?

Are canned sweet potato healthy? ›

Because they are available fresh, canned or frozen, sweet potatoes offer the ultimate flexibility for healthy and delicious menu options at any meal. With virtually no fat and low in sodium, sweet potatoes, or yams, fit perfectly into a low-carb lifestyle, with major nutritional bonuses to boot.

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If you have coeliac disease, do not eat the following foods, unless they're labelled as gluten-free versions:
  • bread.
  • pasta.
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  • biscuits or crackers.
  • cakes and pastries.
  • pies.
  • gravies and sauces.

Is Mayo bad for celiac disease? ›

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.

What canned sweet potatoes are gluten-free? ›

If there is only one ingredient (i.e., pure sweet potatoes), then yes, they are gluten free.

Does quinoa have gluten? ›

Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is gluten-free and is a great alternative to gluten-containing grains. It is a nutritionally dense whole grain that gives a higher amount of antioxidants than other common grains eaten on the gluten-free diet. It's also one of the few plant foods that is considered a complete protein.

Does cinnamon have gluten? ›

Cinnamon is a gluten-free spice obtained from the bark of the Cinnamonum tree. Some people are sensitive, allergic, or intolerant to gluten. While naturally obtained cinnamon is gluten-free, processed cinnamon powder may sometimes contain gluten.

Can celiacs have bacon? ›

Many brands of bacon are gluten-free, but for added certainty, look for the gluten-free label when purchasing. Additionally, be wary of bacon served in breakfast buffets – sometimes they may have slices of bread placed underneath them to soak up the grease.

Does ketchup have gluten in it? ›

Ketchup doesn't contain wheat, barley, or rye. As such, it's a naturally gluten-free product. However, some brands may use wheat-derived vinegar or produce their ketchup in a facility that manufactures other gluten-containing foods, which may contaminate it.

Are Chick Fil A sweet potato fries gluten-free? ›

Chick-fil-A is a great place to get fast food if you are on the gluten-free diet because their waffle fries are fried in separate oil from their chicken. This process makes them gluten free and it also means their sweet potato fries are gluten free as well.

Should I rinse canned sweet potatoes? ›

Leaving the syrup on the yams can hamper their taste. Rinsing sweet potatoes of any leftover sugary film will uphold their integrity, giving you the most authentic sweet potato taste and texture.

Should I rinse canned yams? ›

Rinsing sweet potatoes of any leftover sugary film will uphold their integrity, giving you the most authentic sweet potato taste and texture. Most sweet potato recipes value the natural taste and texture of the yam first and foremost, adding sugar or seasonings separately instead of incorporating the canning liquid.

Do you have to rinse canned yams? ›

Drain and Rinse

Empty the contents of the canned yams into a colander and give them a good rinse under cold water. This will help remove any excess syrup and reduce the sweetness of the dish.

Are sweet potatoes good for autoimmune disease? ›

If consumed regularly, eating white potatoes, beans and legumes, grains, and other foods high in lectins and saponins can increase the risk of autoimmune diseases or flare-ups in those who are genetically predisposed. [2] Fortunately, sweet potatoes do not contain these compounds!

Is sweet potato an inflammatory? ›

Purple-fleshed sweet potatoes are thought to contain super-high levels of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents. As these substances pass through your system, they balance out free radicals -- chemicals that harm your cells.

Can people with celiac eat potatoes? ›

Yes, potatoes don't contain gluten and are therefore gluten-free.

Are bananas good for celiac disease? ›

If you have Celiac disease, you can eat bananas. But it's following a gluten-free diet that's going to protect your health and prevent gastrointestinal issues and potentially serious health problems.

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