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Easy Fluffy Carrot Soufflé Delight – Best Cozy Side Dish

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This Fluffy Carrot Soufflé Delight is a light, airy, and forgiving side dish that’s more like a savory-sweet pudding. It’s simple, comforting, and perfect for any occasion, from holiday dinners to cozy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 4 tbsp (55g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 3 tbsp (24g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • Optional pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 1.5-quart (1.4-liter) baking dish or 6 individual ramekins with softened butter.
  2. Place the peeled and sliced carrots in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until very tender. Drain well.
  3. Transfer the drained, hot carrots to a food processor or blender. Add the softened butter, egg yolks, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Purée until completely smooth and velvety, about 1-2 minutes. Scrape down the sides halfway through.
  4. In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until frothy. Increase speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Take a large spoonful of the whipped egg whites and stir it into the carrot purée to lighten the mixture. Then, using a rubber spatula, gently fold the remaining egg whites into the carrot mixture until no streaks of white remain. Be gentle to avoid deflating the whites.
  6. Gently spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish or ramekins. Smooth the top lightly. Bake for 25-30 minutes for a large dish, or 18-22 minutes for individual ramekins, until puffed, golden brown, and the center is just set (it should jiggle slightly). A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs. Don’t overcook the carrots; drain them well. Be gentle when folding egg whites. Don’t open the oven door for the first 20 minutes of baking. Some deflation is normal. The flavor deepens the next day.

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