Bittersweet Chocolate Souffles

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Indulge in the Rich Flavor of Bittersweet Chocolate Souffles

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

402

Sugar

27g

Fat

27g

Bittersweet Chocolate Souffles are a classic French dessert made with high-quality chocolate and eggs. Chocolate and butter are melted together and then combined with egg yolks and sugar to create a rich and decadent batter. Egg whites are whipped into stiff peaks and then folded into the batter to create light and airy souffles. The dessert is then baked until cracked on top, creating a beautiful finish that is sure to impress. These souffles are perfect for a special occasion or any time you want to indulge in a rich and chocolatey treat.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat six 3/4-cup soufflé dishes with nonstick spray.
2.	Melt chocolate and butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, whisking until smooth. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
3.	Beat yolks and 1/3 cup sugar in a large bowl until light and thick, about 2 minutes. Fold in chocolate mixture.
4.	Using an electric mixer, beat whites and lemon juice in another large bowl until soft peaks form. Add 1 tablespoon sugar and beat until stiff and glossy peaks form.
5.	Fold egg whites into chocolate mixture in 3 additions. Divide mixture among the prepared dishes.
6.	Sprinkle with cocoa powder and bake until the souffles have risen and are cracked on top, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

PROS

These chocolate souffles are rich, decadent, and perfect for indulging your sweet tooth.

The dessert is also impressive and makes for an excellent treat to enjoy with guests.

CONS

Souffles can be difficult to master.
Incorrectly folding in the egg whites or even a slight temperature change can cause the souffles to fall flat.

Additionally, the dessert is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, dark chocolate used in moderation has several health benefits. Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, which can help improve heart health, reduce inflammation, and lower blood pressure.

	nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray
	10 ounces bittersweet chocolate , chopped
	1/4 cup unsalted butter
	5 large eggs , separated
	1/3 cup sugar
	1 tablespoon sugar
	1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
	1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice