Description
A delightful sweet potato souffle perfect for holidays or any special occasion. This recipe combines classic flavors with a smooth, airy texture.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cooked sweet potatoes, mashed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Optional topping: 1 cup pecan halves, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, melted butter, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well until smooth.
- Pour mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking dish.
- If desired, prepare topping: In a small bowl, combine pecan halves, brown sugar, and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until set and lightly browned.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can use canned sweet potatoes if fresh are not available. Drain well and mash thoroughly.
- For a smoother souffle, use an electric mixer to combine ingredients.
- Adjust spices to your preference.
- Souffle can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg