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Fluffy French Vanilla Soufflé

Fluffy French Vanilla Soufflé: Your New Favorite Dessert Delight

Fluffy French Vanilla Soufflé is an airy dessert that impresses with its light texture and delightful vanilla flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 large Eggs, separated Essential for structure and leavening.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness and aids stabilization.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Adds structure; gluten-free option available.
  • 1 cup Milk Forming the custard base; dairy-free alternative available.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; can be swapped for almond extract.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Garnish
  • Powdered Sugar For dusting.
  • Fresh Berries For serving.
  • Chocolate Sauce Optional, for drizzling.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Soufflé Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter the soufflé dish.
  2. Warm 1 cup of milk over medium heat until it simmers, then set aside.
  3. Whisk together 4 egg yolks, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Gradually pour the warm milk into the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously.
  5. Cook the egg and milk mixture over medium heat until it thickens, around 3-5 minutes.
  6. Beat 4 egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cooled custard mixture in three batches.
  8. Pour the soufflé mixture into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until risen and golden brown.
  10. Serve immediately, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or topped with berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1souffléCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal texture, serve your soufflé immediately after baking. Experiment with flavored extracts for variety.

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