I made a soufflé “the easy way!”
A warm, fudgey, melt in your mouth, cup of chocolate heaven. I’m not sure if I’ve ever tasted a soufflé before and I know I’ve never made one, so as far as I’m concerned, these came out superb. They may look a little flat, but what they lack in appearance, they make up for in taste. I made them for my mom and of course, I had to eat one, too. Actually, I ate three. What can I say, it was necessary for the photograph.
Look, someone had to do it or else you wouldn’t know what three empty ramekins looked like photographed from above. Okay, I can see it on your face, you’re not buying my reasoning. Well, how about this one. They were just so dang good, I couldn’t stop myself. (Don’t judge me.)
Here’s the recipe if you need a little chocolate comfort.
Individual Chocolate Soufflés
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs
2/3 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon powdered instant coffee
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup (1/2 pint) whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Grease and sugar eight 6-ounce ramekins.
- In large mixer bowl, beat butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Scald milk. Remove from heat and add powdered coffee, stirring until dissolved.
- Stir together flour, cocoa and baking powder. Add alternately with milk mixture to butter mixture. Beat 1 minute on medium.
- Divide batter evenly among ramekins.
- Place ramekins in 2 8-inch square pans. Pour hot water in bottom of pans to 1/8 inch deep and place pans in oven. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove pans from oven and let ramekins stand in water for 5 minutes.
- Remove ramekins from water and let cool slightly.
- You can serve in dish or invert onto dessert plates.
- For topping: beat whipping cream and powdered sugar in small mixing bowl until stiff and spoon onto warm soufflés.
Recipe from Great American Favorite Brand Name Cookbook, 1993.
Need some ramekins?
Now, after doing some research, I realized that the above recipe is not what you would consider a traditional soufflé. One that uses egg whites to obtain that desired height above the ramekin.
So, I made soufflés “the real way!”
Here’s the second recipe I tried. I wrapped one of the ramekins in parchment paper per some suggestions on the web. YAY!!! I made it rise above the rim. Again, YAY!!!!! However, the ones without the paper looked like my first batch. Makes me wonder if those would have risen if I had used the paper with them, too. I guess you know what that means. More chocolate soufflés in my future. Oh, how I suffer.
Easy way or real way, both ways really were delicious. Extremely delicious actually. So good that I don’t know which way I liked better. I’m almost afraid to try these by someone who really knows what they are doing… I might not be able to handle it. (But, I’ll try.)



















I think I can taste those! They look wonderful!
August 5, 2008 12:21 AMLooks so tasty!
Believe it or not, they actually need the the paper to stick too! that is why you aren’t supposed to use a non-stick pan when making angel food cake, they actually need the side of the pan to rise up… same reasoning…
Science lesson over :)
Happy Souffle’ making!
August 5, 2008 12:40 AMWow…I wish your blog was scratch n sniff. Those look delicious. I’ve been inspired to make souffle (hopefully sometime soon)!
August 5, 2008 02:09 AMOoh, I can feel your “pain”!! Man, I wish I had some whipping cream, I don’t care if it’s almost 11PM, I’d be whipping up a batch of those right now!! You can bet I’ll be making a trip to the grocery store tomorrow :)
August 5, 2008 02:45 AMoh how i wish to share in your “suffering”. hehehe
August 5, 2008 02:54 AMIf you’d like to send me some from the first batch and some from the second, I’d be glad to taste-test them for you!
August 5, 2008 03:37 AMgoodness, i’m trying to go on a diet and you’re not helping at all…
August 5, 2008 04:53 AMHahaha! These look SERIOUSLY yummy!!
i am vegan and i love love love cupcakes and other sweet things.
August 5, 2008 05:28 AMdo you have any vegan cupcake recipes that are lovely?
I love soufles for the summer, accompanied by ice cream or cream … uhm … really know conquest
August 5, 2008 06:13 AMYeah, your making me want chocolate souffle at 3:17 AM. ha ha. Looks delicious!
August 5, 2008 07:19 AMOMG! That looks so good…I good bite the computer screen! Yummy!
August 5, 2008 09:03 AMHugs,
Robyn
Oh! My! God! YUM!
August 5, 2008 11:51 AMOMG… I’m going to try this next weekend! THanks for the recipe. =)
August 5, 2008 01:37 PMI have always wanted to try to make a souffle, but I guess the recipes have been rather intimidating. I will have to give your recipe a shot. They look so wonderful!
August 5, 2008 02:07 PMOh my goodness. I am definitely trying this recipe! I have a whole bunch of ramekins and nothing to use them on… problem solved!
August 5, 2008 03:11 PMI have never used the word “sinful” to describea dessert before, but those are totally sinful!
August 5, 2008 03:18 PMI wish that I could bite the computer screen, too!
Those look so delicious! This may be a dumb question… but do you use regular tape to close the parchment paper? LOL! Thanks for the recipes!
August 5, 2008 04:04 PMOh these look so good! Not helping the whole diet plan thing…
August 5, 2008 04:19 PMI was going back through your blog and noticed the strawberry milkshake oreo pandas… do you plan to do anything with the new Banana Split Oreos? :)
August 5, 2008 04:34 PMLooks SO GOOD. I will have to try these soon. Is the coffee taste strong b/c I’m not really a coffee fan?
August 5, 2008 04:46 PMI really need to get around to making these. How many did your orginal recipe make? They look so delicious!
August 5, 2008 05:13 PMif they taste as good as they look, oh, how you suffered. I could almost smell them.
August 5, 2008 06:06 PMThey look sooooo good!!!…
August 5, 2008 07:58 PMHi this is my first comment here but not the first time I visit your blog… I love everything you do!!… Always keeping track!!..
Rachel Ray has a pretty good recipe for a faux souffle in a cup too… it’s really easy and can be put into the fridge until you are ready to bake (during a dinner party for example)!
August 5, 2008 08:35 PMOMG I love that you ate three of these! I’m not surprised – they look lush.
August 5, 2008 10:13 PMGreat job! The photos are superb! Always enjoy checking out your posts!
August 5, 2008 11:09 PMDelaina – Thanks. My mom said they taste better than they look.
Melissa DiStefano – thanks for the info.
Jade – Scratch n sniff monitors. That would rock.
Michelle – hope you enjoy.
sharyl – I might just need some help putting another batch away, so come on.
SarahHub – trust me. It would be a tough decision.
cupcakesordeath – thank you
krinadarling – sorry, I don't. I haven't had the need yet.
cookemila – either way for me, too.
HoneyB – Any time is good for chocolate.
Robyn – Be careful. I don't want to have to send you to the dentist.
Lauriebelle – YUM! Yes.
puglyfeet – you are most welcome.
Holly – I know. I tried to find a couple that looked the easiest.
addy – Glad to help.
La Pixie – oh no. More dentist bills.
Janet – Not a dumb question at all. I thought the same thing. So since I wasn't sure, I wrapped the paper around enough so I could tuck the corner under the ramekin to secure it.
sara angel – Yeah, not so diet-friendly.
Michelle Baker – Oooooh. I did not know about those. I must get to the store. Thanks for the 411.
gingela5 – it's not too strong. But if you are not sure – Try the second recipe.
Kelly – I only had four ramekins, so I had extra. I think they would make 6-8 depending on the size of your cups. Mine were a little larger than the recipe recommends.
Robin – thanks
Siimonetha – glad you stopped to say hi
Katie – I'll look for it. Thanks.
carine – I really couldn't stop.
My Sweet & Saucy – Thanks so much. And I enjoy reading your comments.
August 6, 2008 12:35 AMWho am I to judge you? I’d probably do the same… If you must do some sacrifice for the pics… you must do it and no one can judge you!!! ;-)
And now… I thing I need some chocolate. Now!!!
August 6, 2008 06:53 AMWill definitely have to make those, they look absoluytely yummy!!
August 6, 2008 01:35 PMThey look sooo incredible! And I agree with you. Anything to get a good photograph. If that means having to endure consuming three whole souffles, so be it. Anything for the readers!!
August 6, 2008 02:08 PMHi Bakerella: You are so brave and selfless for trying all of these recipes for us and reporting your findings…I only *wish* I was your neighbor so I could help you!!!
August 6, 2008 03:57 PMHahah I love the empty ramekin photos! But the actual souffles look amazing. I’m very impressed!
August 6, 2008 05:14 PMjudge you for eating 3?
if any of your baking creations were placed in front of me i would probably eat a dozen in one go!
and i loveee the fact that you make it a point to reply to every single of your commentors, it’s such a warm, sweet and sincere thing to do (:
August 6, 2008 05:25 PMthat must be why your goodies come out nicely warm and sweet too!
Oh my yum! These look divine! I am totally making chocolate souffle as soon as I have a kitchen again!
August 6, 2008 05:54 PMWow- those souffles look amazing. My hubby is going to love them. Thanks for such a great recipe! ALSO! I love your Pop Shop! So many great baking items. I would love to see baking cups at the shop as well- ever since you made those cupcakes with brown wrappers I have been looking for them! And other colors as well but they are so hard to find. (You did list a website but the shipping was pretty pricey.) Keep your fabulous pics and recipes and ideas coming! Thanks so much!
August 6, 2008 08:20 PMThose look amazing! You need to slow down, I don’t even have the nerve yet to try the cupcake pops! You are an inspiration.
Thanks for sharing your pics with us.
(where’s my dishcloth??? There’s saliva all in my keyboard!!!)
August 6, 2008 08:27 PMOMG!!!! You are like my baking idol!! I’m so glad I found you (via Heather’s Coffee Break blog). You’ve renewed my interest in baking! Thank you!!! – gigi
August 6, 2008 09:18 PMmorgana – right on!
Michelle Ramsay – and scrumptious!
elizabeth – Glad you appreciate my sacrifice.
Josephine Milkweed – I could def use it sometimes.
We Are Not Martha – thanks!
°¨¤ åñgël ¤¨° – You are sweet.
Kimberly – what?! No Kitchen? I feel for you.
Kim – the brown ones are pricey, but I can only find them online. If amazon starts stocking, I’ll add them to the shop.
Broken China Treasures – very cute!
Dizzy Broad – glad to do it.
August 6, 2008 11:15 PMOMG, those look divine!
August 6, 2008 11:23 PMYum…
I just wanted to let you know that I’ve nominated you for an award, so please feel free to play along, if you so desire!
August 7, 2008 09:34 AMI just read your post about Savannah’s story. How wonderful for you to do that for her!
August 8, 2008 01:18 AMI love your blog! I have been so inspired by a few “foodies” that I decided to start a food blog of my own. Anyway, this chocolate souffle looks SO good and I can’t wait to try it. I’m going to post my Lemon Pudding Souffle in the next day or two, so be sure to try that one next time you are in the souffle baking mood.
August 8, 2008 01:39 AMthat looks so amazing!
August 8, 2008 01:50 AMI love reading your blog, my mouth waters. Seriously you are so funny! I had to put a link to your blog on my blog, I love it.
August 8, 2008 05:21 AMMMMmm thanks for making me hungry! They look great!
August 8, 2008 08:57 PMJaina – thanks and they were delish.
Mevrouw Cupcake – thanks for the award.
The Blonde Duck – it was my pleasure.
Satisfying my Sweet Tooth – that sounds good to me.
Anonymous – thanks
Ashley Mae – Me, funny? thanks.
stephanie – no problem.
August 8, 2008 11:30 PMI just ran across your blog… and I am in love… where have you been my whole blogging life! (obviously in the kitchen) I love everything you make… can’t wait to try the cupcake pops.
August 9, 2008 11:35 AMBeautiful souffles! I can’t believe you only ate 3! ;)
August 9, 2008 11:59 AMI haven’t made souffle in a loooong time but the recipe I used said to run a knive around the edge before baking and would help with rising. I didn’t use paper and they rose fine. Love your blog!
August 9, 2008 10:09 PMhow tiresome to have to make so many heehee :)
August 10, 2008 11:44 AMI was always intimidated by souffles but this looks doable! Thanks~!!!
August 10, 2008 05:14 PMWhat if I judge you nicely? Let’s just say I think you are a “Seize the day” kind of person. Never put off tomorrow chocolate you could eat today.
My DH would prefer I not read your blog as he’s afraid we’ll need a new keyboard from all the drool that seems to be happening here. :)
I feel inclined to bake now. :D
August 10, 2008 07:47 PMBrook – you’re sweet. glad you stumble in.
CookiePie – well 3 at one time. the rest were eaten later.
Anonymous – thanks for the tip
Ruth – yes, painful work.
Lina – me too. But both recipes were pretty easy.
=en2zasm – Bake on!
August 11, 2008 02:57 AMyum yum yum
those look amazing! i have to try this recipe!
August 11, 2008 03:03 AMkristin – you’ll love it!
August 15, 2008 02:10 AMI’ve never made souffles but you make them look easy. I’ll have to try these soon. And I may eat three so I can take pictures too!!
August 20, 2008 01:51 AMjudy – definitely eat three. Yummy!
August 21, 2008 02:26 AMYou can see also an easy version of the coulant in http://www.ellaboratoriogastronomico.com/2008/08/21/receta-w200834-coulant-de-chocolate/
August 22, 2008 09:35 PMthanks. just wish I could read it.
August 23, 2008 09:23 PMI just blogged about my 7 year-old daughter making these on Memorial Day. They were wonderful.
To read her adventure with your recipe, go to: http://kobialkafamily.blogspot.com/2008/09/mayzies-chocolate-souffle.html
September 16, 2008 07:02 PMShe did a great job. Quite the little baker.
September 17, 2008 12:24 AMI made these. They were every bit as good as you described. My husband suggested we put vanilla ice cream on top. You should definitely try it!
September 23, 2008 02:35 AMBakerella, in spanish:
Wow!!! eres increíble, me encanta tu trabajo! todo lo que haces es hermoso y lo mejor es que te gusta compartirlo con todos. Muchas gracias!
You are amazing!
October 7, 2008 02:30 AMOh my lord. Those look delicious. I’ll definitely be trying to make those soon (keyword – “trying”) Anyways, I have a question, in the second recipe which chocolate did you use?
October 27, 2008 12:32 AMFabby’s Cupcaker – gracias!
Sherin – good question. I can’t remember. But any bittersweet chocolate should be fine.
October 27, 2008 02:55 AMAlright thanks!
October 29, 2008 08:55 PMI finally made them! I used Ghiradelli. It’s sooo good. Thanks for the “parchment paper tip”. It looks, smells, and tastes great!
December 11, 2008 02:34 AMYou’re making me want these again. Glad you had success.
December 11, 2008 06:21 AMSorry to bring up an older post but… What size ramekins did you use (approx how many ounces are each)?
Thank you,
March 31, 2009 09:04 PM=)
eight six ounce ramekins
April 1, 2009 02:19 AMHello! This post is quite old, so I”m not sure if you’ve learned this yet or not, but did you butter and sugar the insides of the ramekins? It helps them “grow” by giving them stability to “climb” up the walls of the ramekins – I’m a Baking and Patisserie student at Le Cordon Bleu, Atlanta – we just did Souffle’s hope this helps for your next go round :)
February 12, 2010 09:40 PMmy stomach is now growling.
March 29, 2010 09:07 PMI made the soufflés here at home and everyone loved it!
May 17, 2010 02:32 PMits really easy and delicious!!
thank u for the really nice ideas…
kisses from Brasil!
These look good. I would like to make these. Don’t seem to hard.
July 22, 2010 01:21 PM