Here’s a guide on making a soufflé. You can make it sweet, like a chocolate soufflé, or savory, like this cheese version.
The key to a perfect soufflé is whisking the egg whites to stiff peaks and gently folding them into the batter. This creates the airy texture that makes the soufflé rise.
Cheesy Souffle
Servings 4
Ingredients
- – 1 tbsp butter
- – 1 tbsp sugar for coating ramekins
- – 4 eggs
- – 2 tsp sugar
- – 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- – Dash of salt
- – 4 oz cream cheese
- – 2/3 cup shredded cheese cheddar or jack
Instructions
**Step 1:**
- – Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- – Prep the soufflé ramekins by coating the sides and bottom with butter, then sprinkle with sugar to prevent sticking.
**Step 2:**
- – Separate the egg yolks and whites into two bowls.
- – In the bowl with egg yolks, add 2 tsp sugar, flour, salt, cream cheese, and shredded cheese. Mix well and set aside.
- – In the bowl with egg whites, use a standing mixer or a hand whisk to beat the whites until stiff peaks form.
- – Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture.
- – Pour the batter into the ramekins, filling them to the top.
**Step 3:**
- – Bake for 12 minutes, or until the soufflés have risen and are golden brown.
- – Remove from the oven and serve immediately. Enjoy your light and fluffy soufflés!