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Aunt Peggy's Sweet Potato Souffle Recipe

Aunt Peggy's Sweet Potato Souffle Recipe

Sara Collins
If you love sweet, creamy and comforting desserts, you will enjoy Aunt Peggy's Sweet Potato Souffle Recipe. This classic dish combines sweet potatoes, sugar, spices and a crunchy topping for the perfect holiday treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:

  • 4 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes about 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

For the Topping:

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Prepare Sweet Potatoes

  • Cook sweet potatoes until soft. Peel and mash them in a large bowl until smooth.

Mix Filling Ingredients

  • Add sugar, beaten eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well.

Spread in Baking Dish

  • Pour the sweet potato mixture into the greased baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Prepare Topping

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and chopped nuts. Mix until crumbly.

Add Topping to Filling

  • Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture. Press lightly to cover the surface.

Bake Souffle

  • Bake in preheated oven for 40–45 minutes. The topping should be golden and crunchy.

Check Doneness

  • Insert a knife into the center. It should come out clean. The filling should be set and slightly puffed.

Cool Slightly

  • Let the souffle cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. This allows the topping to firm up slightly.

Serve Warm

  • Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top. Enjoy every creamy bite.

Notes

  • Use fresh, cooked sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
  • Mash potatoes well to avoid lumps in the filling.
  • For extra richness, add a tablespoon of melted butter to the filling.
  • Toast nuts lightly for a more flavorful topping.
  • Serve slightly warm for best texture and taste.
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