Best 3 Bittersweet Chocolate Soufflés Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our exquisite collection of bittersweet chocolate soufflés. These culinary masterpieces are a delightful dance of textures and tastes, featuring rich, velvety chocolate and a light, airy texture that will transport you to a realm of dessert bliss.

Our recipes offer a diverse range of soufflés, each with its own unique flair. From the classic Bittersweet Chocolate Soufflé, with its intense chocolate flavor and a hint of sweetness, to the decadent Triple Chocolate Soufflé, which layers dark, semisweet, and milk chocolate for an unforgettable experience, we have a soufflé for every chocolate lover.

For those seeking a touch of elegance, the Grand Marnier Soufflé is a sophisticated choice, featuring a delicate orange liqueur that complements the chocolate perfectly. If you prefer a more rustic charm, the Chocolate Hazelnut Soufflé combines the flavors of chocolate and hazelnut in a delightful harmony.

No matter your preference, our bittersweet chocolate soufflés are sure to satisfy your cravings for a luxurious and memorable dessert. Each recipe is carefully crafted with detailed instructions, ensuring that even novice bakers can achieve soufflé perfection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones in awe.

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BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE SOUFFLES



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Sweet caramel works in concert with slightly bitter chocolate to give individual souffles a sublime, complex flavor. Served with a thick, creamy caramel sauce poured directly inside, the desserts are sure to garner applause.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup softened unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus more for dusting
1 1/2 cups whole milk
6 large eggs, at room tempurature
2 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Salt
Caramel Creme Anglaise

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees, with the rack in lower third. Place six 10-ounce ramekins on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush inside ramekins with butter. Dust with sugar, and tap out excess. Using kitchen twine, secure a strip of parchment paper around each ramekin so that parchment extends 3 inches above rim. Chill in freezer 15 minutes (up to overnight).
  • Bring milk almost to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat; set aside.
  • Put 1/2 cup sugar and the egg yolks into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on high speed until pale, 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce speed to low; beat in flour. Add about one-third of the hot milk in a slow, steady stream, beating until just combined.
  • Pour yolk mixture back into pan with the remaining milk. Bring mixture to a simmer over medium heat, and cook, stirring constantly, until thick, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in chocolate, vanilla, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. The souffle base can be made a day ahead and refrigerated, covered, until ready to bake the souffles.
  • Put egg whites and a pinch of salt into a large copper bowl. Using a balloon whisk, beat until foamy. (Alternatively, beat egg whites and a pinch of cream of tartar instead of the salt in the bowl of the electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment.) Add 1 tablespoon sugar, and beat until soft peaks form. Add remaining tablespoon sugar, and beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Using a rubber spatula, fold one-third of the egg whites into chocolate mixture. Gradually fold in remaining egg whites.
  • Carefully pour batter into prepared ramekins on baking sheet, filling to just below rims. Bake 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 375 degrees; bake until set, about 15 minutes. Remove parchment. Poke a hole in top of each, and pour in caramel creme anglaise. Serve immediately.

BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE SOUFFLéS



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Categories     Mixer     Chocolate     Egg     Dessert     Bake     High Fiber     Bastille Day     Bon Appétit     Maryland     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray eight 3/4-cup ramekins or custard cups with nonstick spray; coat ramekins or cups with sugar, tapping out excess sugar. Stir chopped chocolate and butter in large metal bowl set over saucepan of simmering water until mixtures is melted and smooth. Remove chocolate mixture from heat; cool slightly.
  • Using electric mixer, beat egg yolks, 1/3 cup sugar, and cocoa powder in medium bowl until thick ribbons of mixture form, about 3 minutes. Gently fold into chocolate mixture. Using electric mixer with clean dry beaters, beat egg whites in medium bowl until foamy. Add lemon juice to beaten egg whites and beat until soft peaks form. Fold into chocolate mixture in 3 separate additions. Divide among prepared ramekins. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Bake soufflés until puffed above edges but still soft in center, about 18 minutes. (Bake chilled soufflés about 20 minutes.) Serve immediately.

INTENSELY BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE SOUFFLES



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While some versions of souffles do indeed require a light touch, the following recipe for individual chocolate souffles is forgiving and pretty much foolproof. Recipe by Alice Medrich

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Dessert

Time 36m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons sugar, for the ramekins
softened butter, for the ramekins
8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, 70 percent,such as scharffen berger,finely chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/3 cup milk
3 large eggs, separated,at room temperature
1 large egg white, at room temperature
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon sugar
powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Steps:

  • If you're baking the soufflés right away, position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees.
  • Butter the 6oz ramekins and dust the insides with sugar.
  • Place the chocolate, butter and milk in a large heatproof bowl (preferably stainless steel) in a large skillet of barely simmering water.
  • Stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Remove the bowl from the water bath and whisk in the egg yolks.
  • (Don't worry if the mixture stiffens slightly or is less than perfectly smooth at this point.) Set aside.
  • In a medium, dry bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form when the beaters are lifted.
  • Gradually sprinkle in the 1/3 cup sugar and beat at high speed until the whites are stiff but not dry.
  • Fold 1/4 of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it, then fold in the remaining egg whites.
  • Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each 3/4 full.
  • (The soufflés can be prepared to this point, covered, and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Bake directly from the refrigerator.) Place the soufflés on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake until they rise and crack on top and a wooden skewer plunged into the center emerges very moist and gooey (but the centers should not be completely liquid), 14 to 16 minutes, perhaps a minute or so longer if the soufflés have been refrigerated.
  • Meanwhile, make the topping: Beat the cream with the vanilla and sugar until it holds a soft shape (or stiffer, if you like it that way).
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate until ready serve.
  • When they are done, remove the soufflés from the oven and serve immediately, with a little powdered sugar sifted over the top, if you like.
  • Pass the whipped topping separately.
  • NOTES: You can substitute a lower-percentage bittersweet or semisweet chocolate if you prefer a sweeter, less intense chocolate flavor; or reduce the sugar to 1/4 cup to partially compensate for the sweeter chocolate, if desired.
  • There is no need to make other changes in the recipe.
  • After you have buttered the ramekins, the easiest way to dust sugar on the inside is to put the 2 tablespoons of sugar in one of the buttered ramekins.
  • Tilt and hold that ramekin over another as if you were going to transfer the sugar.
  • Rotate the ramekin containing the sugar, allowing the sugar to coat the sides as you slowly pour the sugar into the other ramekin.
  • Repeat.
  • Room temperature eggs are best because a cold egg might cause the chocolate to seize, which means it gets too stiff to work with.
  • If you do not have eggs at room temperature, you can hold the egg yolks in a mixing bowl over medium heat (hold the bowl over but not on the burner) to warm them up.
  • Underbeating egg whites is always better than overbeating them.
  • You want to beat the whites until they're no longer yellow and translucent.
  • To get a bigger rise, fill the ramekins higher than suggested.
  • This will mean that you will have one or two fewer soufflés.
  • Don't worry about underbaking or overbaking this recipe- The souffles will still taste good.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70% for the best flavor.
  • Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help to ensure that the batter is smooth and well-mixed.
  • Don't overbeat the egg whites. Overbeaten egg whites will make the soufflés tough.
  • Bake the soufflés immediately after assembling them. The longer they sit, the more likely they are to deflate.
  • Serve the soufflés immediately. They will start to deflate as soon as they come out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Bittersweet chocolate soufflés are a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. They are relatively easy to make, but they do require a little bit of care and attention. By following the tips in this article, you can ensure that your soufflés turn out perfect every time.

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