Description
This low-fat chocolate soufflé delivers the elegance of a classic French dessert with a healthier twist. Light, airy, and rich in cocoa flavor, it’s perfect for romantic dinners, dinner parties, or a personal indulgence—without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fat-free milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 ounces dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), finely chopped
- 2 large egg yolks
- 4 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Extra sugar for coating ramekins
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter four 6-ounce ramekins and coat with sugar. Set aside on a baking sheet.
- In a small saucepan, whisk cocoa powder, flour, sugar, and salt. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chopped chocolate until smooth. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the egg yolks to the cooled chocolate mixture.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold egg whites into the chocolate base in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Spoon into prepared ramekins and smooth the tops. Run your thumb along the inside edge to help them rise evenly.
- Bake for 15–17 minutes until puffed and set on top, but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Serve immediately with optional toppings like powdered sugar or whipped Greek yogurt.
Notes
- Room temperature eggs whip better and yield more volume.
- Use cream of tartar to stabilize egg whites.
- Serve immediately after baking for the best height and texture.
- Do not open the oven while baking to prevent collapse.
- Optional: Add peppermint or espresso extract for flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Low-Fat Chocolate Soufflé, Healthy French Dessert, Easy Chocolate Soufflé, Light Soufflé Recipe, Low-Calorie Chocolate Dessert