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A single-serving ramekin filled with mashed sweet potatoes and a golden bacon pecan streusel topping.
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Sweet Potato Casserole for One with Bacon Pecan Streusel

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 485kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 medium sweet potato, roasted and peeled (approx. 150g)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 strip cooked bacon, finely crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons pecans , chopped
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all -purpose flour
  • 0.5 tablespoon cold unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the roasted sweet potato flesh, softened butter, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Mash with a fork until the texture is smooth and uniform.
  • Transfer the potato mixture into a 6-ounce oven-safe ramekin or small baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the crumbled bacon, chopped pecans, light brown sugar, and flour.
  • Incorporate the cold cubed butter into the bacon-pecan mixture using a fork or pastry blender until the mixture reaches a coarse, crumb-like consistency.
  • Distribute the streusel topping evenly over the sweet potato base.
  • Place the ramekin on a small baking sheet and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes to set before serving.