Description
Indulge in the light and airy delight of this Fluffy Vanilla Soufflé. This classic French dessert is a treat for the senses, with a delicate vanilla flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Ingredients
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Main Soufflé Mixture:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 large egg yolks
Whipped Egg Whites:
- 5 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for whipping egg whites)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter and sugar individual ramekins.
- Make Roux: Melt butter, whisk in flour to make roux, then add milk.
- Add Flavors: Stir in vanilla, cool slightly, then whisk in egg yolks.
- Whip Egg Whites: Beat egg whites with cream of tartar and sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold and Bake: Gently fold egg whites into yolk mixture, divide into ramekins, and bake until puffed and golden.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve straight from the oven for maximum height and fluffiness.
- Avoid opening the oven door while baking to prevent collapse.
- Experiment with different flavorings like citrus zest or liqueurs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
