Souffle Restaurant’s Chocolate Souffle

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Decadent Chocolate Souffle with a Boozy Twist
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

unsalted butter , to line mold
sugar , for souffle mold
4 ounces semisweet chocolate , chopped into small pieces ( chef prefers dark chocolate )
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup bailey 's irish cream ( optional ) or 1/4 cup Grand Marnier ( optional )
6 egg whites
confectioners ' sugar , to sprinkle on top

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
407
Sugar
36g
Fat
18g
Souffles are a classic French dessert that have been enjoyed for centuries. The word 'souffle' comes from the French verb 'souffler,' which means 'to blow' or 'to puff.' When baked, souffles puff up and rise above their souffle dishes, creating a dramatic presentation. This recipe takes a classic chocolate souffle recipe and adds either Bailey's Irish Cream or Grand Marnier for an extra kick. Chocolate souffles are a popular dessert in high-end restaurants and are often considered a luxurious treat. They are perfect to serve for a dinner party or special occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Coat the inside of a 6-cup souffle mold with butter and sprinkle with sugar, tapping out any excess sugar.
3.Melt the chocolate in a double boiler over low heat, or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval.
4.In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and vanilla extract over medium heat until steaming.
5.In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and 1/2 cup sugar until pale yellow and thick.
6.Add the flour and bailey's Irish cream or Grand Marnier to the egg yolk mixture and whisk until smooth.
7.Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
8.Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened.
9.Remove from heat and stir in the melted chocolate until smooth.
10.In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks.
11.Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions until no white streaks remain.
12.Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared souffle mold and smooth the top with a spatula.
13.Run your thumb around the inside edge of the souffle mold to create a canal for the souffle to rise.
14.Bake the souffle for 25-30 minutes, until puffed and set on top.
15.Dust the souffle with confectioners' sugar and serve immediately.

PROS

This classic chocolate souffle recipe is elevated with a hint of Bailey’s Irish Cream or Grand Marnier.

The dessert is light, fluffy, and indulgent, making it the perfect treat for special occasions.

CONS

Timing is everything with souffles, so it can be a stressful dessert to make at home.
They can sometimes fall flat or overcook.

Additionally, souffles require a lot of equipment, including a large mixing bowl, a double boiler, and a souffle mold.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While chocolate souffles do not have many health benefits, dark chocolate in moderation has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

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