Rice and Pecan Breakfast Casserole for 1
Start your morning with a warm and wholesome *Rice and Pecan Breakfast Casserole for 1*—a cozy, single-serving meal perfect for a quick yet indulgent start to your day. This unique breakfast recipe combines tender cooked rice, crunchy pecans, and a subtly sweet custard made with maple syrup and vanilla extract. The dash of cinnamon adds a comforting warmth, while optional raisins provide a chewy burst of sweetness. Baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, this casserole is not only a great way to use up leftover rice but also a satisfying, nutty alternative to traditional oatmeal or breakfast bakes. Serve it as is or top it with extra pecans and a drizzle of maple syrup for an extra-special treat. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this dish is the ultimate small-batch breakfast for busy mornings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons pecans
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1.5 teaspoons maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 0.5 teaspoons butter
- 1 tablespoon raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a small oven-safe ramekin or baking dish with the butter.
Chop the pecans into smaller pieces if they are whole, and set them aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Add the cooked rice, chopped pecans, and raisins (if using) to the bowl with the egg mixture. Stir until the rice and pecans are evenly coated.
Pour the mixture into the prepared ramekin, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is set and lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Optionally, drizzle with extra maple syrup or sprinkle with more chopped pecans for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.5 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 283 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
