Chocolate Souffle Ver 2 shared by MrGourmet

Recipe By :MrGourmet / Numero Uno - Formaggi
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:10
Categories : Dessert

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 ounces bittersweet chocolate
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
4 large egg whites
3 large egg yolks
additional butter, sugar and confectioners sugar

Preheat the over to 400F. Melt the chocolate in microwave until it reaches approx 100F. While chocolate is melting, butter the insides of 4 5oz ramekins all the way to the top. Place 2 tsp of granulated sugar in each and rotate to completely cover the insides with the sugar. THIS IS CRUCIAL FOR THE SOUFFLES TO RISE). Pour out any remaining sugar into the next ramekin; add sugar as necessary and repeat process.

In a clean ( and must be clean) copper mixing bowl. whisk the egg whites until frothy. Add the 3 T of granulated sugar and beat until they form a soft peak.
Beat the egg yolks into the melted chocolate. Immediately fold the egg whites gently into the chocolate until wel mixed.

Fill the ramekins with the batter to the top and bake at 400 for 8-9 minutes. Sprinkle with the confectioners sugar and serve with a side of whipped cream immediately.