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Sweet Potato Soufflé

This soufflé brings together the natural sweetness of the potatoes with warm spices and a nutty crumble, creating a dish that’s rich yet delicate. Perfect for holiday gatherings or whenever you’re in the mood for a comforting, indulgent side, this soufflé balances lightness with a satisfying crunch. Better yet, this traditional recipe is practically fool proof!

Ingredients (for 8 servings):

For the Base:

• 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• ¼ cup milk
• Salt, to taste

For the Topping:

• ½ cup pecans, chopped
• ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large pot, boil the sweet potato cubes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 min. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
2.  In a large bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Add the softened butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, milk, and salt. Beat with a hand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. Spoon the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, smoothing the top evenly.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and cinnamon until crumbly. Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
5. Bake for 30-35 min., until the soufflé is set and the topping is golden brown.