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Mini Cheese Souffles

This classic recipe for Mini Cheese Souffles is an easy, quick and beautiful comfort food you'll want to try. Made from simple ingredients and loaded up with your favorite cheese they're the ultimate elegant first course or vegetarian entree for your next dinner party - what is more, these easy cheese souffles are ready in just 20 minutes!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 188kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter at room temperature plus extra for coating ramekins
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour plus 2 teaspoons
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cup shredded swiss sharp or gruyere cheese
  • 3 egg yolks plus 3 egg whites

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350℉. Coat each ramekin with butter. Add 1/2 teaspoon flour to each, then tilt to coat, shaking out the excess. Set on a foil-covered baking sheet and set aside.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan, add the 2 tablespoons flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; stir with a whisk. When it is sizzling, add the cold milk and bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Boil about 20 seconds, then remove from the heat. Add the cheese; stir until it melts.
  • Separate the eggs and beat the yolks until light in color. Add 2 tablespoons of the milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly to temper. Then whisk the yolk mixture into the milk mixture.
  • In a separate bowl, whip the egg white using a whisk or electric mixer until stiff but not dry peaks form - this should take about 1 minute. Fold 1/3 of the egg white mixture into the milk and yolk mixture. Then gently fold in the remaining egg whites.
  • Spoon the mixture into prepared ramekins until they are 3/4 full. Bake without opening the oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until puffed and golden. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ramekins: Make sure the ramekins are well coated in butter and flour, as any scratches or missed patches may prevent your souffles from rising.

Nutrition

Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 194mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 533IU | Vitamin C: 0.002mg | Calcium: 294mg | Iron: 0.4mg