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Whole30 & Paleo Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Last Updated on November 15, 2021 by Jean Choi 4 Comments

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Creamy, garlicky, and delicious scalloped sweet potato recipe that’s easy to make, while being Whole30 and paleo-friendly. The natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes really shines through with the help of garlic cream sauce.

paleo scalloped sweet potatoes baked in a dish topped with pecans

I’m a huge fan of savory scalloped sweet potato recipes, and I prefer this dish over sweet potato casserole. I personally think that sweet potatoes are sweet enough, and they really don’t need any more sugar in them. For this year’s holiday season, I wanted to make a show stopping side dish that’s also a crowd pleaser, and these healthy scalloped sweet potatoes came out to be a true winner. It’s perfect for both Thanksgiving and Christmas!

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Easy Scalloped Sweet Potato Recipe

Because I don’t usually eat dairy, I created the best scalloped sweet potatoes without cream or cheese. You really can’t tell that they are paleo and Whole30! I decided to make a version of garlic butter scalloped sweet potatoes by using ghee instead of butter, and the result is an even more buttery flavor that really brings out the natural sweetness of this dish. All the layers are cooked tender by getting roasted in the sauce, and I just love the soft sweet texture combined with the crunchy pecan topping!

sliced sweet potato rounds in a bowl next to garlic cream sauce

Ingredients in Dairy Free Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

While the process can take some time with the slicing and layering, the ingredients list for these Whole30 and paleo scalloped sweet potatoes are quite simple:

  • sweet potatoes: You can use any type of sweet potatoes for this recipe.
  • coconut milk: I recommend using full fat coconut milk for the most creamy texture.
  • arrowroot starch: Tapioca starch can also be used if that’s what you have on hand.
  • ghee: Make your own, or this is my favorite brand.
  • garlic
  • thyme
  • sea salt
  • ground black pepper
  • pecans: You’ll need raw pecans for these healthy scalloped sweet potatoes.
Pouring dairy free garlic cream sauce over sliced sweet potatoes

How to Make Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Peel or clean the sweet potatoes well. Using a sharp knife or a mandolin slicer, slice them into ⅛ inch thick rounds.
  3. Blend coconut milk and arrowroot starch together until the starch is dissolved. Set aside.
  4. Heat ghee in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add coconut milk, thyme, salt, and pepper, then stir until heated through and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  6. In a 9×13 baking dish, spoon some of the garlic cream sauce to coat the bottom of the dish.
  7. Place the sweet potatoes in the dish in an even, overlapping layer.
  8. Pour the sauce evenly over the sweet potatoes. Tap the dish on the counter a few times so the sauce can seep down.
  9. Bake for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush ghee on the top layer of the potatoes. Sprinkle evenly with chopped pecans. Bake for another 10 minutes.
Spooning out a serving of savory scalloped sweet potatoes

Frequently Asked Questions About Easy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Can I use butter instead of ghee to make garlic butter scalloped sweet potatoes?

The point of using ghee and coconut milk is to make dairy free scalloped sweet potatoes without cream or butter. If you are fine with consuming dairy, then yes, you can use butter instead of ghee and heavy cream instead of coconut milk.

Can I prep the sweet potatoes in advance?

While I don’t recommend making the sauce ahead of time since it’ll separate when chilled, you can slice the sweet potatoes the night before. I would store them in water because sliced sweet potatoes dry out pretty easily.

However, if you want to make the whole dish ahead of time, that’s totally fine! You can make it up to 3 days ahead, then reheat it in the oven for 20 minutes at 350 degrees F.

How long can I keep leftovers?

The leftovers of this savory scalloped sweet potatoes will stay good for up to 3 days refrigerated in an airtight container.

A spoonful of Thanksgiving side dish

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scalloped sweet potatoes

Whole30 & Paleo Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Creamy, garlicky, and delicious scalloped sweet potato recipe that’s easy to make, while being Whole30 and paleo-friendly. The natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes really shines through with the help of garlic cream sauce.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dairy free scalloped sweet potatoes, gluten free holiday sides, gluten free thanksgiving, paleo scalloped sweet potaotes, paleo thanksgiving side dish, savory scalloped sweet potato recipes, whole30 thanksgiving sides
Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 48 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 351kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 lb sweet potatoes
  • 1½ cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
  • 1/4 cup ghee plus more to brush (or coconut oil for vegan or AIP)
  • 8 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1¼ tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper omit for AIP
  • 1/2 cup chopped raw pecans omit for AIP

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Peel the sweet potatoes or scrub them clean if leaving the peel on. Use a sharp knife or a mandolin slicer to slice them into ⅛ inch thick rounds.
  • In a blender, add coconut milk and arrowroot starch and blend until the starch is dissolved. Set aside.
  • Heat ghee in a saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the coconut milk mixture, thyme, salt, and pepper, then stir until heated through and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  • In a 9×13 baking dish, spoon a little bit of the garlic cream sauce to coat the bottom of the dish.
  • Place the sweet potatoes in the dish in an even, overlapping layer until they are all nestled in.
  • Pour the sauce evenly over the sweet potatoes. Tap the dish on the counter a few times so the sauce can coat the bottom layers.
  • Bake for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush ghee on the top layer of the potatoes. Sprinkle evenly with chopped pecans. Bake for another 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Whole30 & Paleo Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Amount Per Serving (1 serving – makes 8)
Calories 351 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 13g81%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 14mg5%
Sodium 464mg20%
Potassium 736mg21%
Carbohydrates 40g13%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 24178IU484%
Vitamin C 8mg10%
Calcium 72mg7%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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By Jean Choi | November 15, 2021

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  1. Erika says

    November 26, 2021 at 4:27 am

    5 stars
    I made this for Thanksgiving. Totally prepped and cooked the day before and then reheated in the oven right before the big meal. It was great. I don’t like overly sweet dishes (that aren’t dessert). My mom agreed that it was good, so that is a win!

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    • Jean Choi says

      November 28, 2021 at 7:37 am

      Amazing! Thanks so much for leaving a review!! Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving.

      Reply
  2. Rachael Carpenter says

    October 13, 2022 at 5:34 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious! I used white sweet potatoes because that’s what I had on hand. Next time I will try orange! Thank you for this and many other amazing recipes!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      October 14, 2022 at 7:40 am

      So glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks so much for leaving a review. <3

      Reply

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