Picadilly’s Carrot Souffle

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If you’ve ever been to Piccadilly Cafeteria, chances are you’ve heard of their famous Carrot Souffle. It’s one of those side dishes that has a way of standing out, even among a full cafeteria line of comfort food. It’s sweet, fluffy, and a little different from the usual vegetable side dish.

This recipe has been a favorite for years, and it’s easy to see why. The carrots are cooked until tender, then blended with a simple mixture before going into the oven. The result is smooth and light with a golden top, almost like a dessert but still right at home alongside a savory dinner.

It’s also an easy way to serve carrots to a crowd. Everything comes together in the blender, and once the mixture is smooth, it’s simply poured into a baking dish and baked until golden. A little powdered sugar on top is optional, but it gives the finished dish that classic Piccadilly look.

Serve this carrot souffle hot as a side for a holiday meal, Sunday dinner, or any time you want to bring something a little different to the table. It’s a nostalgic recipe for anyone who remembers Piccadilly Cafeteria, and a surprisingly simple one to make at home.

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped
  • ½ cup granulated zero-calorie sweetener (such as monk fruit/allulose blend)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 tablespoons light butter, melted
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon powdered zero-calorie sweetener for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Boil the carrots until very soft, about 15–20 minutes. Drain well.
  3. Add the carrots to a food processor or blender and puree until smooth.
  4. Add the sweetener, eggs, egg whites, light butter, flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla and cinnamon. Blend until completely smooth.
  5. Pour into a lightly sprayed 9×13-inch baking dish.
  6. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until puffed and lightly golden around the edges.
  7. Let it cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Dust lightly with powdered sweetener if desired.

Estimated WW Points:
Whole recipe: approximately 15–20 Points
12 servings: approximately 1–2 Points per serving, depending on the exact light butter and sweetener used.

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