Gruyère and Chive Soufflé Recipe (2024)

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M.kauffman

Oh my was that good! Just finished eating it, followed recipe exactly...never made a soufflé before, can't wait to make it again. However not sure how this serves 6 as my wife & I just ate the whole thing with a salad for dinner...

NotPennyAnne

OK so first of all, this came out wonderfully. I added a paper collar bc my souffle pan is on the smallish side & it helped with rising. I kept the butter/cheese instruction for the collar and used staples to hold it together. Next, as someone else said, the addition of milk stage made the roux thicken IMMEDIATELY. There was no three minutes about it though I nobly tried. I used sharp cheddar bc that was what was in the fridge. This wonderful dish drew the teen son from his lair, a miracle.

Joanna

It's taken me too long to attempt a cheese souffle and this was the first one I have ever made. This recipe was perfect! Everything was so spot on from the directions to the resulting flavors and texture- just wonderful! An immediate favorite!

Nadia

Any thoughts/suggestions on whether I can assemble these into individual ramekins and get them prepped about an hour before I pop them in the oven? Will the egg whites hold up for that amount of time?

Beth Ann

One of my favorite souffle recipes! I split this between 6 small ramekins and everything fit perfectly.

Olivia

This worked very well for me on Feb 24, 2017. Once flour was added the mixture thickened almost immediately. It did not take 30 minutes. Batter was at least an inch or more below rim of soufflé dish when I filled it and did not look like enough but it rose very well after 30 minutes in oven. Soufflé was thoroughly cooked inside.

Robert

You can adapt souffle recipes, but those ingredients should be finely chopped. Remember that souffles work because of air trapped in the mixture that heats while baking and hence they rise. These ingredients would have to be finely chopped to literally "float on air."

Mtswiss

It says 1 1/2 quart soufflé dish at the beginning of the recipe.

Robert

All souffle recipes should absolutely specify the dish sizes used. This one does have it but it's buried in the text. It would have been better to list it under the ingredients as Special Equipment or Required Equipment. I had to go hunting for it too.

Diane

I have a convection oven and did not remove the racks; just put in in the middle of the oven and it came out great.This was delicious, and we served it for brunch with several other things (salad, fruit, roasted potatoes) and it fed four with left-overs.

Lori

Recipe turned out beautifully and I followed the directions. Next time I will make this soufflé with a mushroom or chicken with mushroom bearnaise sauce. Perfect portion for 4 people for lunch or as a light dinner with a soup or salad.

Michele Wells

This is a truly excellent souffle in every way. I followed the recipe exactly. We served it as the first course of a multi-course French dinner. It stole the show.

Claus

Used corn flour instead of normal flour for that exact reason; worked fine, but use a little less.

Marianne

My very first soufflé and it was a success! Melissa’s directions are perfectly sequenced. I made it with 1:1 gluten free flour for my brother and nephew and the results were stunning. First thing Monday I will show my photo to the chef at work. He will be proud of me.

Calidre

Perfect! I followed the recipe exactly. My first soufflé ever! It tastes like a delicious, crustless quiche. I have an electric oven, so I put the oven rack on the lowest level then put the baking sheet on that. It's important to prep all of your ingredients/mise en place. I'm trying the chocolate soufflé next!

Lauren

It’s so delicious that it serves 2, not 6!

GiGi

SO SO GOOD! I've made this 6x's in the past three months. I'm obsessed. Tonight I doubled it, doubling works if you have a bigger party to serve. I use double the paprika and chives and a healthy cup full of greyere, a little extra parm also. Always delicious!

Hannah McManus

I sometime mix my cheeses(when I have a little gruyere, little cheddar, little sm gouda,etc left in small chunks. Use cilantro instead of chives and maybe pompano and jalapeños!! Ad Lib!!!!

Luther

Really very good. Like many here, this was my first souffle despite cooking and preparing a wide array of foods over decades. Had more than a few doubts about the outcome, especially towards the end of the preparation, but it turned out perfect and was met with great reviews by those in attendance. If you are thinking that this will not be enough for 5-6 people, it really is plenty. While not rich, it is filling. Thanks as always, Ms. Clark.

Hopsing

After more than 36 years of cooking, I made a soufflé. Followed exactly, used a good quality cheddar and it was amazing. Anyone can do this if you follow the directions. Try it. You won’t be disappointed.

Delicieux

So delicious. So impressive. So economical. Basically for the price of five eggs, a cup of milk and some cheese, you get a starter which will thrill your guest in no relation to the cost or effort involved. Extra chives would not be a bad idea.

SuFra

I used low-fat milk and four eggs. It was absolutely delicious

cookingforfun

I have 10 egg whites to use up, and my new year’s resolution is to cut back on sugar. I’m wondering if I could use this recipe, but w/ a few more egg whites and fewer eggs yolks? I’ve never made a soufflé, so advice would be appreciated. Thank you.

Julie

This is ridiculously easy to do. Just follow the recipe!Made this as a side for our non traditional Thanksgiving prime rib. Added a green salad and chocolate mousse for dessert (also on NYT) made excellent for leftovers as well!Don’t let French cooking intimidate you……

wondering

And recommendations on how to cut into this and serve at a dinner party? I would rather make a single soufflé in a 1.5 quart dish than in individual ramekins.

Sherry

I just made this for the 2nd time. It was not as saucy this time - I started with room temp eggs and cheese - not sure if this could have made the difference. Or the oven had been on for a few hours beforehand for cookies, etc. So next time I may take it out at 28 minutes. Still delicious!

Paul Woolf

Did prior to start of second game of nfl season in 2022 for Rob Pat me Rebecca. Took 33 mins. Perfect

BridgetG

This is a great recipe. Used sharp cheddar and half and half instead and it was awesome.

Susan

Excellent. Don't mess with the recipe - follow and you will be rewarded. Use quality gruyere if you can.

Christie from Chicago

Made mostly as directed, subbed some Fontina for some of of the Gruyere, because I love Fontina. Needed a tad longer in my oven than the directions indicated. Wonderful Easter brunch dish, enjoyed by everyone.

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Gruyère and Chive Soufflé Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret to a good soufflé? ›

According to La Varenne Practique (a timeless masterwork you should consider owning if learning more about classic French cooking appeals), there are only a few critical points to perfecting a souffle: a base of the right consistency, stiff egg whites, and the careful folding of the base and the beaten whites.

What makes soufflé difficult? ›

“The hardest part of making a soufflé is when you incorporate the beaten egg white with yolks, and the rest of the batter. You have to be very careful to fold the egg whites slowly, so that they don't melt.” “A KitchenAid is the best investment if you want to make soufflés regularly.”

Do you need cream of tartar for soufflé? ›

Mustard and cayenne pepper or hot sauce add subtle flavor to the soufflé but are not absolutely necessary. Cream of tartar is not required, but it can help prevent accidentally overbeating the egg whites; if you have it, you might as well add it.

How long can a soufflé sit before baking? ›

Most can sit for up to 30 minutes before baking. Others can even be prepared hours in advance. The key is in the ingredients. The lighter the base mixture, the longer it will hold.

Can I make soufflé the day before? ›

Souffle may be made up ahead and refrigerated as long as 24 hours.

What can go wrong when making a soufflé? ›

13 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking A Soufflé
  1. Not practicing first. Bignai/Shutterstock. ...
  2. Not preparing the bakeware. ...
  3. Making the batter too far in advance. ...
  4. Using the wrong equipment. ...
  5. Using cold eggs. ...
  6. Underwhipping the egg whites. ...
  7. Not being gentle with the batter. ...
  8. Adding more ingredients than necessary.
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How to make a successful soufflé? ›

Ten tips to keep your souffle high and handsome

Use eggs at room temperature to maximise your rise. Avoid super fresh eggs. Preheat your oven to 200C. A hot oven is crucial to souffle success because it cooks the outside making it hard for the hot air to escape.

How do you make a soufflé rise higher? ›

Another way to ensure your soufflé rises is to have a pre-heated baking sheet in the oven. Cher adds, 'The idea behind this is that you have a baking sheet that's quite hot so when you place your soufflé directly on to it, the heat from the sheet helps to boost it up a bit. ' And there you have it!

Why does my soufflé taste eggy? ›

If your Soufflé Cake tastes eggy, it's either undercooked or overcooked. Make sure that you don't increase the temperature, this will also make the eggs rubbery and taste eggy. Stick to a low temperature.

Should soufflé be runny in the middle? ›

Soufflés are best when they're still slightly runny in the centre. To check if a soufflé is set, gently tap the dish – it should wobble just a little bit. If the centre seems too fluid, cook for a few more minutes.

What is the golden rule of soufflé? ›

The rule of thumb is to use one egg per person, so if you're making a soufflé for four, you would use four egg yolks, reserving the whites for later use.

Should egg whites be cold for soufflé? ›

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before you begin. Cold egg whites are not as strong or structurally sound, which means your soufflé won't rise as high and will sink more quickly than one made with room-temperature eggs.

What is the principle of soufflé? ›

It states that the volume of a gas is proportional to its temperature. That means the bubbles in a soufflé mixture expand when they are heated, but this only… accounts for about a quarter of the rise. Heating also causes water in the mixture to evaporate, which adds to the amount of gas in the bubbles.

What is the science behind the perfect soufflé? ›

Heat is of course critical in the process of getting your soufflé to rise properly. It's the force that causes gases to expand in those tiny air bubbles we mentioned, and converts the liquids in your batter into steam causing your soufflé to swell. The hotter your oven temperature the faster this process happens.

What is the golden rule in baking explain? ›

Basically, all you need to know about baking is that the longer you mix a dough or batter, the stronger the gluten, and the more gluten, the better the chew. But you don't want the same chew from a beautiful cake as you would a baguette, so you minimise the development of gluten by not over-working the dough or batter.

What are the characteristics of a good soufflé? ›

The Basics of a Soufflé

It can be sweet or savory, with popular variations including cheese, chocolate, and fruit flavors. The key to a successful soufflé lies in the delicate balance of incorporating the egg whites to create a light and airy texture.

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