How do I make a chocolate soufflé?

Indulge in a decadent chocolate delight with our chocolate soufflé recipe. Fluffy, rich, and irresistible - a dessert that will melt in your mouth!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a chocolate soufflé. Items include: Dark Chocolate Unsalted Butter All-Purpose Flour Granulated Sugar Whole Milk Large Eggs Salt

Dark Chocolate 4 ounces
Unsalted Butter 1/4 cup
All-Purpose Flour 1/4 cup
Granulated Sugar 1/2 cup
Whole Milk 1 cup
Large Eggs 4 (separated)
Salt Pinch

Take note
Be careful not to overmix the batter, as it can result in a dense soufflé. Also, remember that timing is crucial, so make sure to serve the soufflé immediately after it comes out of the oven.

1

Gather Your Ingredients

To make your chocolate soufflé, you'll need: 4 ounces of dark chocolate, 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of whole milk, 4 large eggs (separated), and a pinch of salt.

2

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter the insides of 4 individual ramekins. Dust the buttered ramekins with granulated sugar, tapping out any excess.

3

Melt the Chocolate

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval. Set aside to cool slightly.

4

Prepare the Batter

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Gradually whisk in the whole milk until smooth. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

5

Combine the Chocolate and Batter

Add the melted chocolate mixture to the saucepan with the batter and whisk until well combined. Then, whisk in the egg yolks one at a time, ensuring each yolk is fully incorporated before adding the next one.

6

Beat the Egg Whites

In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. This will take a few minutes, so feel free to bop along to your favorite tunes!

7

Fold and Bake

Gently fold one-third of the beaten egg whites into the chocolate batter until just combined. Then, add the remaining egg whites and carefully fold them in, being sure not to deflate the mixture. Divide the batter equally among the prepared ramekins.

8

Bake and Serve

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes until the soufflés rise and develop a beautiful golden crust. Don't open the oven during baking! Once done, remove from the oven, dust with powdered sugar, and serve immediately. Enjoy the magic before it deflates!