Sweet Potato Soufflé: The Dish People Beg Me To Make

There are a few things in life that are universally true:

1. Sweet potatoes + butter = pure happiness.

2. Holidays are better with stretchy pants.

3. Everyone wants this Sweet Potato Soufflé at the table.

Honestly, I feel like I’ve been holding out on you. This is the recipe that friends beg me to make, that family waits for, and that secretly steals the show at every holiday meal. It’s decadent, it’s comforting, and yes… it’s not exactly diet-friendly—but sometimes, happiness is measured in butter and brown sugar.

Why You Need This in Your Life

• Fluffy, sweet, and buttery: the ultimate mash-up of texture and flavor

• Crunchy pecan topping: because everything is better with a little crunch

• Easy to make: no culinary degree required

• Holiday-ready: trust me, your guests will think you’ve been baking all year

Basically, this dish makes you look like a kitchen hero without actually breaking a sweat.

Ingredients

For the Soufflé:

• 6 cups sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed

• 1 cup sugar

• 4 eggs

• 2 tsp vanilla

• 1½–2 sticks butter, melted

For the Topping:

• 1 cup brown sugar

• ½ cup flour

• ⅓ cup butter, melted

• 1 cup pecans, chopped

  
  

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 pan (or just spray and call it a day).

2. In a large bowl, mix sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter until smooth.

3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.

4. In another bowl, mix the brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and pecans for the topping.

5. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potatoes.

6. Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden and irresistible.

   
   

Serving Tips

• Serve warm for the ultimate ooey-gooey experience

• Perfect alongside roasted turkey, ham, or literally anything you like

• Prepare for compliments, recipe requests, and potentially jealous glances

This Sweet Potato Soufflé isn’t just a side dish—it’s the star of the holiday table. Easy, indulgent, and just sweet enough to make everyone smile.

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