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Chocolate Soufflés

Decadent Chocolate Soufflés Recipe: Easy and Irresistible Delight

Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Soufflés that impress with their rich chocolate flavor and airy texture, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 soufflés
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Soufflé Base
  • 3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 each eggs, separated
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • powdered sugar for dusting
  • heavy cream for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Ramekins
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Double Boiler or Microwave

Method
 

Chocolate Soufflé Preparation
  1. Pre-heat the oven to 400ºF, or pre-heat your air fryer to 330ºF.
  2. Butter and sugar two 6-ounce ramekins.
  3. Melt the chocolate and butter together, either in the microwave or in a double boiler.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks vigorously. Add the sugar and the vanilla extract and beat well again. Drizzle in the chocolate and butter, mixing well. Stir in the flour, combining until there are no lumps.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites to soft peak stage. Fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture gently and in stages.
  6. Transfer the batter carefully to the buttered ramekins, leaving about ½-inch at the top.
  7. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and transfer to the middle rack in the oven. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. If using an air fryer, air-fry for 14 minutes at 330ºF.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately with heavy cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1souffléCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different chocolates or flavors like citrus zest or liqueurs. Best served fresh.

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