Description
These holiday soufflés are a pastry chef’s secret weapon, combining a light, airy texture with a rich vanilla flavor, perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 vanilla bean
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 4 egg whites
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon Crème de Menthe (optional)
- Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease four individual ramekins with pan spray or butter, then dust them with an even coating of sugar to prevent sticking.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup milk and 1/3 cup sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk and the vanilla bean over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat and let it steep for a few minutes.
- Remove the vanilla bean and slowly whisk in the milk-sugar mixture, followed by the flour, until smooth. Return to heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the melted butter.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until pale and thick. Gradually add the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
- If using, add the Crème de Menthe to the base and fold in chocolate chips.
- Gently fold the meringue into the yolk mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared ramekins. Run a thumb around the edge of each ramekin to help the soufflés rise evenly.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the soufflés are puffed and lightly golden. Serve immediately.
Notes
The soufflé base can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to simply mix the meringue and bake when ready. For a holiday twist, add a tablespoon of Crème de Menthe and chocolate chips. Ensure ramekins are well-greased and sugared to prevent sticking. Serve immediately after baking for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 soufflé
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 150