This classic chocolate soufflé is a light, airy dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. Follow this detailed recipe to create a rich and fluffy chocolate soufflé.
#### Ingredients
- **Unsalted Butter**: 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup or 56 g), plus more for greasing ramekins
- **Semi-Sweet Baking Chocolate**: 4 ounces (113 g), coarsely chopped
- **Large Eggs**: 3, separated
- **Granulated Sugar**: 3 tablespoons (38 g)
- **Vanilla Extract**: 1 teaspoon
- **Salt**: 1/8 teaspoon
- **Cream of Tartar**: 1/8 teaspoon
- **Powdered Sugar**: for dusting (optional)
#### Instructions
1. **Preheat the Oven**:
- Preheat your oven to **375°F (190°C)**. Generously butter four 6-ounce ramekins and dust them with granulated sugar, tapping out the excess.
2. **Melt the Chocolate**:
- In a double boiler or a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together. Stir until smooth and combined. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
3. **Combine Egg Yolks**:
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt into the melted chocolate mixture until well combined.
4. **Whip Egg Whites**:
- In a clean mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on high speed until soft peaks form (about 2 minutes). Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form (about another 2 minutes).
5. **Fold Egg Whites into Chocolate Mixture**:
- Gently fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it. Then, carefully fold in the remaining egg whites in two additions, being cautious not to deflate the mixture.
6. **Fill Ramekins**:
- Spoon the soufflé mixture into the prepared ramekins, filling them about three-quarters full. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
7. **Bake**:
- Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about **12–15 minutes**, or until the soufflés have risen and are set in the middle but still slightly jiggly.
8. **Serve Immediately**:
- Remove from the oven and dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Enjoy your rich and airy chocolate soufflé as a decadent dessert!
Citations:
[1] https://feelgoodfoodie.net/recipe/chocolate-souffle/
[2] https://iambaker.net/double-fudge-brownies/
[3] https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/chocolate-souffle/
[4] https://www.theflavorbender.com/the-best-fudgy-chocolate-brownies-cocoa/
[5] https://www.milkmaid.in/recipes/chocolate-souffle
[6] https://natashaskitchen.com/chocolate-souffle-recipe/
[7] https://thesaltedsweets.com/double-chocolate-fudge-brownies/
[8] https://sugarspunrun.com/cinnamon-coffee-cake/
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