Best 11 Easy Cheese Souffles Recipes

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Cheese souffles are a classic French dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are light and fluffy, with a delicate cheesy flavor. Souffles can be made with a variety of cheeses, but some of the most popular include cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan. They are also often flavored with herbs, spices, and vegetables. While souffles may seem intimidating to make, they are actually quite easy to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients and a little practice, you can be making perfect cheese souffles in no time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY SOUFFLES



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Great for brunch, light late-night supper for two or as a versatile side dish, these melt-in-your-mouth souffles are flavorful, fluffy and fun. Thanks to Lynn McAllister in Mt. Ulla, North Carolina for the quick and easy recipe!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4-1/2 teaspoons butter
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 eggs, separated

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. Remove from the heat. Beat egg yolks. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Cool slightly. , Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into egg yolk mixture. Pour into two ungreased 8-oz. ramekins or custard cups. , Bake 20-25 minutes or until the tops are puffed and centers appear set. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 270mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CHEESE SOUFFLE



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Provided by Alton Brown

Time 1h

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Butter, room temperature, for greasing the souffle
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/3 cups milk, hot
4 large egg yolks (2 1/2 ounces by weight)
6 ounces sharp Cheddar
5 egg whites plus 1 tablespoon water (5 1/2 ounces by weight plus 1/2 ounce water)
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Use room temperature butter to grease an 8-inch souffle mold. Add the grated Parmesan and roll around the mold to cover the sides. Cover with plastic wrap and place into the freezer for 5 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the butter. Allow all of the water to cook out.
  • In a separate bowl combine the flour, dry mustard, garlic powder, and kosher salt. Whisk this mixture into the melted butter. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Whisk in the hot milk and turn the heat to high. Once the mixture reaches a boil, remove from the heat.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks to a creamy consistency. Temper the yolks into the milk mixture, constantly whisking. Remove from the heat and add the cheese. Whisk until incorporated.
  • In a separate bowl, using a hand mixer, whip the egg whites and cream of tartar until glossy and firm. Add 1/4 of the mixture to the base. Continue to add the whites by thirds, folding very gently.
  • Pour the mixture into the souffle. Fill the souffle to 1/2-inch from the top. Place on an aluminum pie pan. Bake in the oven for 35 minutes.

CHEESE SOUFFLé



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Cheese Souffle

Provided by Jane Kirby

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
2 teaspoons flour
0.5 cup milk
0.5 cup grated Gruyere or Cheddar
pinch cayenne pepper
pinch nutmeg
2 egg yolks
2 egg whites
pinch salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375° F. Grease one 16-ounce or two 8-ounce ramekins with 1 tablespoon of butter. Coat with the Parmesan, then tap out the excess. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, over medium heat, melt the remaining butter. Stir in the flour and cook 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce boils, 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in the cheese until melted. Blend in the cayenne and nutmeg. Whisk in the yolks one at a time. Set aside. (The recipe can be made to this point up to 1 day ahead. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.)
  • In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with the salt until stiff (but not dry) peaks form. Stir 1/4 of the egg whites into the cheese sauce to loosen it. Gently fold in the remaining egg whites. Spoon into the ramekins. Bake until puffed and browned, 40 minutes for a 16-ounce soufflé, 20 minutes for two smaller ones. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 297 mg, Protein 19 mg, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 334 mg, Fat 34 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY CHEESE SOUFFLES



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Doesn't it feel great to eliminate a step in a classic recipe and have the new one turn out better? I was actually working on something I was going to call 'cheesecake souffle,' and since I was adding cream cheese to the base, I decided to skip the classic white sauce, and simply smear everything together.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 32m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons white sugar, or as needed
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Brush butter on the bottom and up the sides of two 5 1/2-ounce ramekins. Scoop in some sugar; rotate ramekins to coat while pouring most of the sugar back into its container. Place ramekins on a shallow baking pan.
  • Separate eggs between 2 bowls. Add sugar, flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, vanilla extract, lemon zest, cream cheese, and Cheddar cheese to the yolks. Mix the souffle base with a spatula until sugar and flour disappear.
  • Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the room-temperature egg whites. Beat with a whisk until soft peaks form; peaks should hold their shape but not be stiff or dry. Stir and fold 1/2 of the egg whites into the souffle base until combined. Gently fold the rest of the egg whites into the batter.
  • Fill ramekins up to the lip with the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and browned, about 12 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 267.5 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 721.1 mg, Sugar 19.5 g

CLASSIC CHEESE SOUFFLé



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Impress your friends! Wow them by bringing this golden, puffy cheese soufflé with its heavenly aroma hot out of the oven and straight to the table. Once it's cut, it loses its puffiness, but it still tastes incredibly delicious.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
Dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
3 large eggs, separated
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Butter 1-quart soufflé dish or casserole. Make a 4-inch-wide band of triple-thickness foil 2 inches longer than circumference of dish. Butter one side of foil. Secure foil band, buttered side in, around top edge of dish.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, mustard and red pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in cheese until melted; remove from heat.
  • In medium bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar with electric mixer on high speed until stiff but not dry; set aside. In small bowl, beat egg yolks on high speed about 3 minutes or until very thick and lemon colored; stir into cheese mixture. Stir about one-fourth of the egg whites into cheese mixture. Fold cheese mixture into remaining egg whites. Carefully pour into soufflé dish.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean. Carefully remove foil band. Serve immediately by quickly dividing soufflé into sections with 2 forks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 225 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

THREE-CHEESE SOUFFLES



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No matter when I've made these soufflés, they have always been a success. Although I've never seen the centers start to fall, it's best to plan on serving them hot from the oven. -Jean Ference, Sherwood Park, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
6 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, mustard, salt and pepper sauce. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in cheeses until melted. Transfer to a large bowl., Separate eggs. Place egg whites in a medium bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored, about 4 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup hot cheese mixture; return all to remaining cheese mixture, stirring constantly. Cool completely, about 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 325°. Place eight ungreased 8-oz. ramekins in a baking pan., With clean beaters, beat egg whites with cream of tartar on high speed until stiff but not dry. With a rubber spatula, gently stir a fourth of the egg whites into cheese mixture. Fold in remaining whites., Transfer to prepared ramekins. Add 1 in. of hot water to baking pan. Bake 40-45 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Serve immediately. Freeze option: Securely wrap unbaked souffles with foil and freeze. To use, preheat oven to 325°. Remove foil and place frozen souffles in a baking pan; add 1 in. warm water to larger pan. Bake 60-65 minutes or until heated through and tops are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 223mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 17g protein.

EASIEST SOUFFLé RECIPE EVER



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Easiest Soufflé Recipe Ever? Really and truly. Prepped in 10 minutes and with 2 ingredients, you'll rise to the occasion with this delicious soufflé.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 36m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 2

6 eggs, separated
1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Beat egg whites in medium bowl with mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Beat cream cheese spread in large bowl with mixer until creamy. Add egg yolks; beat until well blended. Gently stir in egg whites until well blended.
  • Pour into 1-1/2-qt. baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 24 to 26 min. or until top is puffed and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 255 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 8 g

SIMPLE CHEESE SOUFFLE



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Crispy on the outside, light and moist in the center, this cheese souffle cooked in an enormous copper pot, and accompanied by nothing more than a green salad and a crusty baguette, is an excellent choice for a dinner party.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
4 teaspoons dry breadcrumbs
4 ounces Jarlsberg cheese
2 ounces cheddar cheese
3 ounces saga blue cheese
3 ounces brie cheese
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 large egg yolks
12 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Place rack in center. Generously butter bottom and sides of a 2-quart souffle dish with 1 1/2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. In a small bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, and sprinkle in dish, swirling to thoroughly coat the bottom and sides.
  • Grate Jarlsberg and cheddar cheeses into a small bowl. Cut Saga blue and brie into small chunks. Combine, and set aside.
  • Melt the remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour and mustard, and cook, whisking constantly, for 3 to 5 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk, and cook until thick and smooth, an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour souffle base into a large bowl. Whisk in egg yolks a few at a time until smooth. Stir in cheese until well incorporated.
  • In the bowl of a heavy-duty electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip 12 whites on medium-low speed until foamy. Increase the speed to high, and continue whisking until stiff peaks form, about 4 minutes.
  • Quickly and gently fold the egg whites and nutmeg into the souffle base just until incorporated. Pour into souffle dish, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Serve immediately.

CLASSIC CHEESE SOUFFLE (JULIA CHILD)



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This recipe was adapted from a version in "The Way to Cook" by Julia Child as printed in the April 2008 issue of bon appetit. The article claims that this is an easy foolproof recipe for this souffle. I've yet to try it yet but can't wait. I've never made a souffle before -- too many stories of failures for me to bother. This has changed my mind.

Provided by Happy Hippie

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons finely grated parmesan cheese
1 cup milk, whole
2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, unbleached
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground nutmeg
4 large egg yolks
5 large egg whites
1 cup gruyere cheese, packed coarsely (about 4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Position rack in lower third of oven and preheat to 400 degrees.
  • Butter 6-cup (1-1/2 quart) souffle dish.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and tilt dish, coating bottom and sides.
  • Warm milk in heavy small saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add flour and whisk until mixture begins to foam and loses raw taste, about 3 minutes; do not allow mixture to brown).
  • Remove saucepan from heat; let stand 1 minute.
  • Pour in warm milk, whisking constantly until very thick, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; whisk in paprika, salt, and nutmeg.
  • Add egg yolks 1 at a time, whisking to blend after each addition.
  • Scrape souffle base into large bowl.
  • Cool to lukewarm. DO AHEAD; can be made 2 hours ahead.
  • Cover and let stand at room temperature.
  • Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in another large bowl until stiff but not dry.
  • Fold 1/4 of whites into lukewarm or room temperature souffle base to lighten.
  • Fold in remaining whites in 2 additions while gradually sprinkling in Gruyere cheese.
  • Transfer batter to prepared dish.
  • Place dish in oven and immediately reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees.
  • Bake until souffle is puffed and golden brown on top and center moves only slightly when dish is shaken gently, about 25 minutes (do not open oven door during first 20 minutes).
  • Serve immediately.

CLASSIC CHEESE SOUFFLè



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Enjoy a tasty cheese and egg classic with all the Betty Crocker tips to make your baking a success!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h18m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
Dash of ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 cup milk
1 cup Cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
3 eggs, separated
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Butter 1-quart soufflé dish or casserole. Make a 4-inch band of triple-thickness aluminum foil 2 inches longer than circumference of dish. Butter one side. Secure foil band, buttered side in, around top edge of dish.
  • Melt butter in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, mustard and red pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in cheese until melted; remove from heat.
  • Beat egg whites and cream of tartar in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff but not dry; set aside. Beat egg yolks in small bowl on high speed about 3 minutes or until very thick and lemon colored; stir into cheese mixture. Stir about 1/4 of the egg whites into cheese mixture. Fold cheese mixture into remaining egg whites. Carefully pour into soufflé dish.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean. Carefully remove foil band and quickly divide soufflé into sections with 2 forks. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 225 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg

CHEESE SOUFFLé IN 4 EASY STEPS



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Didn't think you could manage a soufflé? Try this simple step-by-step recipe and conquer a classic

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Starter, Supper

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

50g butter, plus extra for greasing
25g breadcrumbs
50g plain flour
1 tsp mustard powder
300ml milk
4 eggs
100g grated extra-strong cheddar (blue cheese, goat's cheese and smoked cheeses also work well)

Steps:

  • Preparing the soufflé dish: Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6 and place a baking sheet on the middle shelf. Butter a 15cm soufflé dish generously, then sprinkle in the breadcrumbs and rotate the dish to ensure the butter is evenly coated. Tip out any excess breadcrumbs.
  • Making a thick white sauce: In a pan, melt the butter over a medium heat; stir in the flour and mustard. Cook, stirring, for 1 min. Take off the heat and gradually stir in the milk, mixing it in thoroughly before adding more. Return to the heat and stir continuously until very thick (around 10 mins). Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool. Crack the eggs, placing the whites into a clean bowl and stirring the yolks into the sauce. Stir in cheddar and season well.
  • Adding the egg whites: Use a clean whisk to beat the egg whites until peaks form that just hold their shape (electric is best as it will make the job much quicker). Then take a metal spoon and gently stir the whipped whites into the white sauce in a figure of eight.
  • Top-hatting: Spoon the mixture into the dish. Run a cutlery knife around the edge to create a 'top hat' effect; this ensures the soufflé rises above the rim and doesn't stick. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 mins until the top is golden and risen and has a slight wobble. Serve immediately.
  • EQUIPMENT: 15cm soufflé dish, saucepan, 2 large mixing bowls, wooden spoon, spatula, baking sheet, large metal spoon, measuring jug, grater, electric whisk, cutlery knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 1.02 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before you start cooking. This will help them incorporate more easily into the batter.
  • Grate the cheese finely. This will help it melt more evenly into the batter.
  • Don't overbeat the egg whites. You want them to be stiff, but not dry.
  • Fold the egg whites into the batter gently. Overmixing will deflate the batter and make your soufflé less fluffy.
  • Bake the soufflé in a preheated oven. This will help it rise evenly.
  • Don't open the oven door during baking. This will cause the soufflé to fall.
  • Serve the soufflé immediately after it comes out of the oven. It will start to deflate as it cools.

Conclusion:

Cheese soufflés are a delicious and impressive dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a few simple tips, you can create a perfect soufflé that will wow your guests. So next time you're looking for a special dish to serve, give cheese soufflé a try!

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