SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE SMALL BATCH FOR TWO (35 MINUTES) • ZONA COOKS

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Sweet Potato Casserole Small Batch for Two (35 minutes) • Zona Cooks image

This classic sweet potato casserole with pecans and marshmallows is light, fluffy, and has just the right amount of sweetness. This small batch recipe for two makes a great holiday side dish. Try it for an intimate Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, or any day of the year.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large sweet potato
3 Tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 Tablespoon butter (softened)
1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 Tablespoons finely chopped pecans (divided)
Non-stick cooking spray
1/2 cup miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 C).
  • Peel the sweet potato and cut into 1 inch cubes.
  • Place the sweet potato cubes in a medium sauce pan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat, and simmer for 15 minutes or until very tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and cool slightly.
  • Place potatoes in the bowl of a stand mixer, or medium bowl. Click here for a stand mixer.
  • Add the brown sugar, butter, salt, and vanilla and mix until mashed and well combined.
  • Fold in 1 tablespoon chopped pecans.
  • Coat an 18.6 oz oven safe baking dish with cooking spray. Click here for an 18.6 oz oven safe baking dish.
  • Scoop the potato mixture into the dish in an even layer.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped pecans.
  • Top with marshmallows and bake for 15 minutes or until golden.

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