Fluffy Carrot Souffle
This easy Southern carrot souffle is a light, sweet, and buttery side dish perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday gathering. Tender carrots are blended until silky smooth and baked into a cloud-like casserole that’s always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (about 8 cups) carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Peel and chop carrots into 1-inch pieces. Place in a large saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain carrots thoroughly in a colander. Transfer to a food processor or blender and blend until completely smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pureed carrots, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Crack eggs into another bowl and whisk until frothy, about 1 minute.
- Fold dry ingredients into the carrot mixture, then gently whisk in the beaten eggs until just combined.
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Pour batter into the dish and smooth the top.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and slightly puffed.
- Let souffle cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter. Use gluten-free flour and dairy-free butter for dietary adaptations. Blend carrots thoroughly for the smoothest texture. Souffle can be made ahead and reheated. If baking in individual ramekins, reduce bake time to 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (ab
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
Keywords: carrot souffle, Southern side dish, Thanksgiving, holiday recipe, easy casserole, vegetable souffle, comfort food