How do I make a classic cheese soufflé?

Bake up a fluffy, cheesy delight with our classic cheese soufflé. Impress your guests with this delectable and impressive dish!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a classic cheese soufflé. Items include: Butter All-purpose flour Milk Grated cheese Egg whites Ramekins Parchment paper

Butter 3 tablespoons
All-purpose flour 3 tablespoons
Milk 1 cup
Grated cheese 1 cup
Egg whites 4
Ramekins 4
Parchment paper 4 strips

Take note
Make sure to handle the soufflé with care when it's hot out of the oven, and be cautious of the rising temptation to eat it all yourself!

1

Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This soufflé is going to rise like a champ!

2

Prepare the cheese mixture

In a saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and stir until smooth. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of grated cheese (like Gruyère or cheddar). Let the mixture cool slightly.

3

Whip the egg whites

In a separate bowl, beat 4 egg whites until stiff peaks form. This will give our soufflé a spectacular rise!

4

Combine the cheese mixture and egg whites

Gently fold the cheese mixture into the beaten egg whites. Be careful not to overmix, as we want to keep the airiness intact.

5

Grease and coat the ramekins

Butter the inside of 4 ramekins and coat them with grated cheese. This will help the soufflé rise evenly and give it a nice crust.

6

Fill the ramekins and create a collar

Fill the ramekins with the soufflé mixture, leaving about 1/4 inch of space from the top. Create a collar around each ramekin by tying a strip of parchment paper around the rim. This will help the soufflé rise straight up.

7

Bake to golden perfection

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the soufflés are puffed and golden brown. Avoid opening the oven door while they're baking, or your soufflés might deflate!

8

Serve and enjoy!

Remove the soufflés from the oven and carefully remove the parchment paper collars. Serve immediately and enjoy the magic of a perfectly baked classic cheese soufflé!