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Flawless Chocolate Soufflé Recipe in Just 15 Minutes

chocolate soufflé recipe

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A light and airy chocolate soufflé recipe that’s perfect for dessert. It’s simple to make and delivers impressive results.

Ingredients

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  • 4 oz (115g) dark chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar, plus extra for coating ramekins
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter and sugar four 6-oz ramekins.
  2. Melt chocolate and butter in a double boiler, then let cool slightly.
  3. Whisk egg yolks, 1/4 cup sugar, salt, and vanilla until pale.
  4. Fold melted chocolate into egg yolk mixture.
  5. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold egg whites into chocolate mixture.
  7. Divide batter into ramekins, smooth tops, and run a thumb around the edges.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until risen but slightly jiggly in the center.
  9. Dust with cocoa powder and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature eggs for best results.
  • Do not open the oven door while baking.
  • Serve immediately as soufflés deflate quickly.

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