This decadent holiday side dish puts the marshmallow-topped version to shame! Roasted, mashed sweet potatoes topped with a streusel mixture of chopped pecans, butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, this sweet and savory casserole might get more oohs and aahs than a perfectly roasted golden-brown turkey.
Imagine your kitchen filled with the sweet and savory smells of roasted sweet potatoes. This elegant soufflé casserole is fluffier and more decadent than traditional sweet potato casserole while the crispy streusel topping adds a delightful contrast to the creamy mashed sweet potatoes.
Easy to prepare and widely appealing, this beautiful bake is bound to leave an impression on your guests. It's time to add this yummy fall dish to your holiday cooking repertoire!
A fluffy roasted sweet potato base and a sweetly spiced, nutty topping team up in this sweet potato soufflé for a sweet and savory mashup so yummy you’ll wish it weren’t just for the holidays, and it needn't be! The full recipe is detailed below, but here’s the run-down on this winning dish:
Roasting sweet potatoes serves two purposes. It requires less prep than peeling and boiling, and it also adds a sumptuous, caramelized flavor.
Unlike baking potatoes, sweet potatoes have a stringy flesh that is slightly difficult to mash thoroughly. While a food processor will completely puree the sweet potato flesh, a hand mixer gets the job done quickly and easily.
Whipping in cream, eggs, and sugar turns a standard sweet potato casserole into a soufflé.
Pecans, brown sugar, flour, butter, cinnamon, and salt come together to create a cinnamon-sugar nutty topping that turns standard sweet potatoes into a showstopping side! All that’s left to do is bake until the topping is crisp.
If you’re used to a typical marshmallow sweet potato soufflé, you’ll be blown away by our streusel-topped sweet potato soufflé recipe. We love it as-is, but here are some ways to make it your own:
Different Nuts: Our recipe uses chopped pecans, but you can try walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts instead for a slightly different flavor.
Additional Toppings: After baking, the soufflé can be served with whipped cream for a light and fluffy topping. Or if you want to gently nod to the familiar marshmallow-topped casserole, serve with dollops of marshmallow crème.
Lean Into the Savory Side: Leave the cinnamon out of the streusel and top the finished casserole with fresh herbs like sage, thyme, or parsley.
Our easy sweet potato soufflé can be stored for several days and reheats well. While the streusel may not be as crisp after being stored, it will still be delicious.
Fridge: Cover leftovers with plastic wrap and refrigerate any leftovers immediately after the meal. Sweet potato soufflé can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Freezer: We do not recommend freezing the soufflé, as the dairy in the mixture could separate and become watery.
Reheat: To reheat the sweet potato soufflé, spoon individual servings into small oven-safe dishes and bake at 325?F 15 to 20 minutes, until steaming hot. Reheating in the oven maintains the crispy streusel topping. However, you can also microwave leftovers. Spoon the casserole into a microwavable dish. Cover loosely and reheat on medium-high (70%) until thoroughly heated. Just be aware the streusel will no longer be crispy if microwaving.
With this soufflé on your table, everyone will be asking for seconds! Here are some other seconds worthy holiday sides, sure to complement and elevate your Sweet Potato Souffle.
Try our classic 4-ingredient green bean casserole with crispy fried onions or our highly-rated scalloped potatoes. Craving cranberry sauce that didn’t come from a can? This orange and lemon cranberry sauce is sure to please! And while we have tons of stuffing recipes, this classic bread stuffing ticks all the boxes: it’s traditional, easy and delicious.
Still need more inspiration? Check out our collection of Thanksgiving side dish recipes to find recipes for creamed corn, gravy, rolls, and more!
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 290mg | 12% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63g | 21% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 19% |
| Soluble Fiber | 1g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 3g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 40g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 5g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Potassium | 500mg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 350% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 40% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
