Classic Sweet Potato Soufflé Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

This Sweet Potato Soufflé Recipe is a delightful dish that makes a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table. With its creamy texture and sweet flavor, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a family favorite.

The recipe is simple to follow and highlights the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, enhanced with a touch of brown sugar and warm spices.

Delicious Sweet Potato Soufflé for Thanksgiving

This Sweet Potato Soufflé features whipped sweet potatoes combined with eggs, sugar, and spices, baked until fluffy and golden. It serves about 6 people and takes approximately 1 hour from start to finish.

Ingredients

4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional, for topping)

Instructions

Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
Mash the Potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
Mix Ingredients: Add brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined.
Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
Transfer and Bake: Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish. If desired, top with mini marshmallows. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the soufflé is set and lightly browned.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious Sweet Potato Soufflé!