Chocolate Soufflé (Gilmore Girls-Inspired)
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A light, airy chocolate soufflé, perfect for a dramatic dessert to cap off a Gilmore dinner (think Season 4’s romantic or tense moments). Rich yet delicate, it pairs with Osso Buco or Beef Wellington.
Prep
20m
Cook
20m
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Ingredients
For
6
Serving(s)
Ingredients
| 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped |
| 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, plus a little extra for greasing |
| 1/4 cup all-purpose flour |
| 1 cup whole milk |
| 1/4 cup sugar, plus 1 tablespoon for dusting ramekins |
| 4 large egg yolks |
| 5 large egg whites |
| 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar |
| 1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
| 1 pinch salt |
Chocolate Soufflé (Gilmore Girls-Inspired) Directions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease six 6-oz ramekins with butter; dust with sugar.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt chocolate and butter in a double boiler; set aside to cool slightly.
- Make Base: In a saucepan, whisk flour and milk over medium heat until thickened (3 min). Stir in chocolate mixture, ¼ cup sugar, egg yolks, vanilla, and salt. Cool slightly.
- Whip Egg Whites: Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1 tbsp sugar; beat to stiff peaks.
- Fold and Bake: Gently fold egg whites into chocolate base in thirds. Divide into ramekins. Bake 18–20 min until puffed and set.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar or top with whipped cream; serve immediately to wow guests.
Notes
Why Soufflé? Its elegance and drama suit Emily’s style, perfect for a post-dinner flourish.
Tips: Don’t open the oven during baking to ensure rise. Prep base ahead; fold in whites just before baking.
Serving Suggestion: Serve with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream for a Lorelai-approved touch.
Nutrition facts
Per Serving
| Kcal: | 280 kcal |
| Fibers (g): | 1g |
| Sodium (mg): | 80mg |
| Carbs: | 25g |
| Sugar (g): | 20g |
| Fat: | 18g |
| Saturated fat (g): | 10g |
| Cholesterol: | 115mg |
| Proteins: | 6g |
