For those eagerly awaiting a soufflé recipe, here it is! This guide will help you achieve 4-5 servings of perfectly risen chocolate soufflés. While cooking times may vary depending on the oven and ramekin size, don’t worry if the first attempt isn’t perfect. With this recipe, you’ll master the timing by your second try.
Why You’ll Love This: There’s something magical about breaking into a freshly baked chocolate soufflé, and this recipe brings that experience right into your kitchen. It’s a mix of elegance and decadence, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a luxurious dessert.
Perfect Occasion: Chocolate soufflés are ideal for any occasion that calls for something extra special. Be it a romantic dinner, a celebratory event, or when you’re in the mood for a gourmet dessert at home, this soufflé will elevate the moment.
Decoration Tips: To make your soufflés even more impressive, consider a dusting of powdered sugar or cocoa powder just before serving. For a festive touch, a sprig of mint or a few fresh berries on the side can add color and contrast to the deep chocolatey dessert.
- Ingredients:
- 100g butter, plus extra for greasing
- 160g mixed milk and dark chocolate
- 4 eggs, separated
- A pinch of salt
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- For the Ramekins:
- A little butter
- A little flour
Instructions:
- Melt the butter and chocolate together using a double boiler method and let it cool slightly.
- Separate the egg yolks from the whites.
- Gradually add the vanilla sugar and egg yolks to the cooled chocolate mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the egg whites, then sift in the flour and cocoa powder, folding carefully with a spatula.
- Grease and flour the soufflé ramekins. Divide the mixture among them, leaving a finger’s width of space at the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C (347°F) on the lowest rack for 10 minutes. Depending on your oven, you may need to adjust the rack position and baking time on your second attempt.
Enjoy your deliciously indulgent chocolate soufflé!
