Description
This French-style sweet potato soufflé is a delightful and elegant dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the richness of cream and butter. Light and airy, with a touch of nutmeg and maple syrup, it’s a perfect balance of flavors for a special occasion or holiday meal.
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Mixture:
- 2.5 pounds sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground nutmeg
Egg Whites Mixture:
- 2 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Boil until fork-tender, then drain. Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F and butter a round baking dish.
- Make Sweet Potato Mixture: Blend sweet potatoes, cream, butter, egg yolks, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Whip Egg Whites: Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold egg whites into sweet potato mixture. Transfer to baking dish.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes until browned and set.
- Prepare Maple Syrup Sauce: Mix lemon juice with maple syrup and serve with the soufflé.
Notes
- This soufflé can be made ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.
- Ensure egg whites are whipped to stiff peaks for a light and airy texture.
- Adjust sweetness by drizzling more or less maple syrup on the finished dish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 324 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 348mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 129mg
