Cakes & CupcakesNo. 3764 · The 2026 edition
Carrot Souffle from Chasen’s Restaurant
A classic Hollywood soufflé that transforms humble carrots into a sweet, airy delight.
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This Carrot Soufflé from Chasen’s Restaurant is a vintage dessert that blends grated carrots with a rich custard base and fluffy meringue. It's baked until golden and puffed, resulting in a light and elegant treat. Perfect for anyone looking to recreate a piece of culinary history.
Ingredients
Directions
- Set your oven to 350°F to preheat.
- In a saucepan, combine grated carrots, 1 cup sugar, butter, milk, flour, salt, and nutmeg.
- Cook this mixture over medium heat, stirring all the time, until it thickens.
- Take the saucepan off the heat and mix in the egg yolks.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites along with cream of tartar until they become frothy.
- Slowly add the remaining 1/2 cup sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently blend the beaten egg whites into the carrot mixture using a folding motion.
- Transfer everything into a greased soufflé dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the soufflé is set.
- Serve right away.
