Sweet Potato Soufflé
📜 Collection: JC | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Sides A rich and creamy sweet potato soufflé topped with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar streusel, perfect for holiday gatherings.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 45 mins | None | 4 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large bowl
- Food processor
- Baking pan
- Casserole dish
- Fork
Ingredients
For the Souffle
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3 to 4 cups | Sweet Potatoes | Mashed |
| 1 cup | Granulated Sugar | None |
| 2 | Eggs | None |
| 1 tablespoon | Vanilla Extract | None |
| 1/2 cup | Milk | None |
| 1/2 cup | Butter | Melted |
For the Topping
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | Pecans | Chopped |
| 1 cup | Brown Sugar | Packed |
| 1/3 cup | All-Purpose Flour | None |
| 1/3 cup | Butter | Softened |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Souffle Base
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a baking pan or casserole dish.
- In a large bowl or a food processor, combine the 3 to 4 cups mashed Sweet Potatoes, 1 cup Granulated Sugar, 2 Eggs, 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract, 1/2 cup Milk, and 1/2 cup melted Butter.
- Mix until everything is well combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy, then spread evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Step 2: Add Topping and Bake
- In a separate bowl, mix together the 1 cup chopped Pecans, 1 cup packed Brown Sugar, 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour, and 1/3 cup softened Butter. Use a fork or your fingers to create a crumbly streusel topping.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the soufflé is set and fragrant.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Assemble the casserole ahead of time, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
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