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Sweet Potato Soufflé

An unusually low calorie version, this dish has become a must at our Thanksgiving table. We have made it also to accompany pork roasts, served with a salad. Delicious!

Sweet Potato Soufflé

Servings 8

Ingredients

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes we calculate about 1 big potato to a cup
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar we use Splenda instead
  • 4 egg whites
  • ¼ cup 2% milk
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons light butter
  • 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 1 8- oz can crushed pineapple - drained

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Spray a soufflé or casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on the lowest setting, beat together the sweet potatoes and sugar.
  • Add egg whites, milk, cornstarch, cinnamon and vanilla. Beat until fluffy and lump-free.
  • Pour into prepared dish.
  • In a small microwave bowl, combine the brown sugar and butter.
  • Microwave on high, until melted, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the flour and pineapple.
  • Drizzle the topping over the sweet potato mixture.
  • Bake for 30 – 35 minutes until bubbly and golden. Serve immediately.

Photo by Pseph

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