ramekins
double boiler
electric mixer
- 4 oz Dark Chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Butter, plus extra for ramekins
- 3 Large Eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar, divided
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
- 1 pinch Salt
- Powdered Sugar for dusting
Preheat oven to 375°F. Generously butter four 6-oz ramekins and dust with sugar, tapping out excess. Place on a baking sheet.
Melt chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Whisk in egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla until smooth.
In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar and salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
Gently fold one-third of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it. Then carefully fold in remaining egg whites until just combined with no white streaks visible.
Divide mixture evenly among prepared ramekins, filling to about 3/4 full. Run your thumb around the inside rim to create a small gap, which helps the soufflé rise evenly.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until soufflés have risen and tops are set but centers still jiggle slightly. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Keyword: chocolate souffle, elegant dessert, french dessert, gluten-free
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes minutes
Total Time: 34 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g
Calories: 291kcal
Cost: $6