Why We Love These Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potato Lovers Unite! Today I’m sharing the most luscious and velvety sweet potato casserole recipe you’ve ever tasted. And you thought baked sweet potatoes with marshmallows were lavish… Although I realize traditional marshmallow-topped Thanksgiving sweet potatoes are placed by many on a high pedestal, there are those of us who like to occasionally serve sweet potatoes without added sugar. That’s not to say we (ok, I) don’t add a whole lot of naughtiness, other than sugar. But sometimes it’s nice to indulge in the more savory and cheesy side of sweet potato side dishes. This Garlic Butter Scalloped Sweet Potato Casserole is LOADED with butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese, to combine the best of your two favorite seasonal side dishes – classic scalloped potatoes and baked sweet potatoes – into one perfectly delicious celebration of fall.
Ingredients You Need
Do not get me wrong: Classic sweet potato casserole is delicious. There’s no denying that. However, if you are looking to make something a little off the beaten path this year, yet not so unfamiliar that your family will be disappointed, you’ve got to try our recipe for Garlic Butter Scalloped Sweet Potatoes. Rich, silky, cheesy, and popping with garlic butter flavor and fresh herbs, these savory scalloped sweet potatoes are to die for! Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make the most INCREDIBLE sweet potato casserole:
Sweet potatoes Heavy cream Butter Garlic cloves Thyme Cornstarch Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper
How To Make Sweet Potato au Gratin
Serving Suggestions
Serve these special cheesy sweet potatoes as a decadent side dish to all your favorite meals! These would be perfect to serve during the holiday season with your holiday meals. Here are some of my own personal favorites to pair them with:
Smoked Turkey Air Fryer Roast Chicken Coca-Cola Ham Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts Best Yeast Rolls Roasted Root Vegetable Salad Butternut Squash Casserole (Savory) Green Bean Salad with Peppadew Peppers Wild Rice Dressing (Gluten Free Stuffing)
Can this scalloped potato recipe be made with other varieties of potatoes?
Absolutely. You can use white or purple sweet potatoes, russets, and new potatoes in this recipe. Cooking instructions for your scalloped potatoes will stay the same.
Is this Scalloped Sweet Potatoes recipe gluten-free?
Yes, it is! Thankfully, sweet potatoes are naturally gluten free.
Is this recipe low-carb or ketogenic?
No. Sweet potatoes are starchy, therefore they do contain ample carbs. However, if you remove the cornstarch and use arrowroot powder instead, this scalloped sweet potato recipe is grain-free.
Can I make a dairy-free variation?
Yes! For Vegan Garlic “Butter” Sweet Potato Au Gratin you can substitute thick coconut milk for the cream, and vegan butter for regular butter. Then omit the Parmesan cheese. P.S. – If you happen to make this as a vegan scalloped sweet potato casserole, and use arrowroot powder instead of cornstarch, then this becomes a paleo recipe!
Is there a low fat version of this Sweet Potato Au Gratin?
Hmmmm… You could omit the cream and butter. Then brush a little olive oil over the top of the sweet potatoes, and add the garlic and herbs. The scalloped potatoes will not have the same silky luxurious texture in the end. However, they will be soft and herbaceous.
Can I freeze this recipe?
Due to the cream and butter in the scalloped potatoes, I wouldn’t freeze it.
Can I make this recipe ahead?
Yes. You can prep and bake these scalloped sweet potatoes up to 3 days in advance. Then reheat uncovered in a 350 degree oven for 20+ minutes.
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