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Chocolate Soufflé

A decadent, airy dessert with a crisp top and a rich, chocolatey center, chocolate soufflé is the perfect way to impress guests or treat yourself to something luxurious. With a light, melt-in-your-mouth texture, this dessert is best enjoyed fresh from the oven for that signature rise.
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Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes

Equipment

  • 4 (6-ounce) ramekins
  • Pastry brush (for buttering ramekins)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Double boiler or heatproof bowl over saucepan

Ingredients

  • For the ramekins:
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • For the soufflé:
  • 4 oz 115g semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs separated
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar plus 1 tbsp for egg whites
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare ramekins – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with softened butter, then coat with sugar, tapping out excess.
  • Melt chocolate – In a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler), melt the chocolate and 2 tbsp butter until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Separate eggs – Place yolks in one bowl and whites in another.
  • Make base – Whisk egg yolks with 1/4 cup sugar and vanilla until pale and creamy. Slowly whisk in melted chocolate mixture.
  • Whip egg whites – Add a pinch of salt to egg whites and beat with an electric mixer until foamy. Gradually add 1 tbsp sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Fold mixture – Gently fold one-third of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it. Carefully fold in the remaining egg whites without deflating.
  • Fill ramekins – Spoon mixture into prepared ramekins, smoothing the tops. Run your thumb around the inside rim for an even rise.
  • Bake – Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, until risen and slightly set but still soft inside.
  • Serve immediately – Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve right away for the best texture.
Servings: 4 servings