Description

Keto Sweet Potato Casserole is a healthy, low-carb twist on the classic side dish, featuring a sweet potato and pumpkin base, a fluffy egg white topping, and a crunchy pecan crumble.

Ingredients

1 sweet potato, peeled and cut

½ small pumpkin, peeled and cut

1 tbsp coconut oil

⅓ cup plant-based milk

2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener

1 tsp vanilla

1 tbsp lemon zest

1 large egg

A pinch of salt

2 egg whites

1 tbsp monk fruit sweetener (for egg whites)

1 cup pecans, chopped

2 tbsp almond flour

1 tbsp coconut oil (for topping)

1 tbsp monk fruit sweetener (for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the Pumpkin and Sweet Potato: Place the pumpkin and sweet potato pieces on a baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes, or until they are tender and cooked through.
Make the Bottom Layer: In a food processor, add the baked pumpkin and sweet potato, coconut oil, plant-based milk, monk fruit sweetener, vanilla, lemon zest, egg, and a pinch of salt. Pulse until smooth.
Assemble the Bottom Layer: Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom.
Prepare the Middle Layer: Using a hand mixer, beat the egg whites with one tablespoon of monk fruit sweetener until firm peaks form. Spread this fluffy layer over the sweet potato mixture.
Make the Top Layer: In a bowl, combine the chopped pecans, almond flour, coconut oil, and the remaining tablespoon of monk fruit sweetener. Mix until well combined.
Assemble and Bake: Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the egg whites. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the egg whites turn golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm for the best taste.

Notes

Add Spices: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to the bottom layer for extra warmth and flavor.

Use Walnuts or Almonds: Substitute pecans with walnuts or slivered almonds for a different nutty crunch.

Dairy-Free Option: Use full-fat coconut milk instead of plant-based milk for a richer, creamier texture in the bottom layer.

Adjust Sweeteners: Adjust the monk fruit sweetener according to your preference or substitute with another low-carb sweetener.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 40mg