Chocolate Soufflé

ByAparna dhali

Chocolate soufflé feels fancy, but it’s actually an easy dessert once you understand the rhythm. Soft, airy, and deeply chocolatey, it rises tall in the oven and settles into a warm, custardy center as it cools. It’s light but still rich, making it perfect for date nights, holidays, or any evening you want dessert to feel a little more special.

If you love silky chocolate textures like our 2-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse or the gooey center of our Hot Fudge Brownie Bread, you’ll enjoy how this soufflé gives you softness and richness in each spoonful. And for chocolate lovers who enjoy treats like Chocolate Truffles or smooth spoon desserts like Chocolate Pudding, this recipe delivers that same melt-in-your-mouth feeling.

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Soufflé

  • Light, airy, and full of chocolate flavor
  • Only a few ingredients
  • Gorgeous presentation for guests
  • Easier than it looks
  • Perfect warm dessert for chocolate fans who enjoy Nutella Brownies
  • Great single-serve dessert option

Ingredients You’ll Need

This soufflé uses simple ingredients—just like many of our easy chocolate desserts such as 3-Ingredient Nutella Brownies and Easy Chocolate Dipped Pretzels.

You’ll need:

  • Chocolate
  • Butter
  • Eggs (separated)
  • Sugar
  • Vanilla
  • Salt
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

How to Make Chocolate Soufflé

1. Prep the ramekins

Grease with butter and dust with sugar. This helps the soufflés rise tall and evenly.

2. Melt the chocolate and butter

Heat until smooth.
The melted mixture will look similar to the glossy base of our 3-Ingredient Nutella Brownies.

3. Make the egg yolk base

Whisk egg yolks with sugar and vanilla, then stir in the melted chocolate.

4. Whip the egg whites

Beat to soft, fluffy peaks.This gives the soufflé structure and height the airy feel is similar to folding whipped cream into our No-Bake Chocolate Oreo Pie.

5. Combine gently

Fold the whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions to keep the batter airy.

6. Bake

Bake until the soufflés rise high and the tops look slightly set.

7. Serve immediately

Soufflés fall quickly after baking, so enjoy them warm.Add whipped cream, powdered sugar, or even a small spoon of Skillet S’mores Dip for extra richness.

Serving Ideas

  • Dust with powdered sugar
  • Spoon of whipped cream
  • Scoop of Butter Pecan Ice Cream
  • Fresh berries
  • Drizzle of melted chocolate

Storage

Soufflés are best served fresh and do not store well.But you can prepare the batter ahead:

  • Fill ramekins
  • Refrigerate up to 1 day
  • Bake straight from fridge (add 1–2 minutes)

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