Caviar * Recipe

DESSERTS

1. 1

   Prepare the Baking Dish

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent the soufflés from sticking.

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3. 3

   Mix Eggs and Sugar

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy. This should take about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar mixture. Add the vanilla extract and Grand Marnier (if using) and gently fold until well combined.

5. 5

   Incorporate Flour

   Sift the all-purpose flour over the chocolate mixture and gently fold until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Fill Ramekins

   Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.

7. 7

   Bake the Soufflés

   Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. They should rise and have a slightly soft center.

8. 8

   Serve

   Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute. Dust with powdered sugar and cocoa powder before serving. Enjoy your classic French soufflé!