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)

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What is the secret to a good soufflé? ›

8 Tips for Cooking the Perfect Soufflé
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  • Metal bowls are best. ...
  • Use the right soufflé dish. ...
  • Room temperature eggs will get the best results. ...
  • Use cream of tartar. ...
  • Use parmesan and breadcrumbs. ...
  • Cook the soufflé on a baking sheet at the bottom of the oven. ...
  • As tempting as it might be, avoid opening the oven door.
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What kind of cheese is used in a soufflé? ›

You want a good melter with a low water content. That means a semifirm cheese that can be grated into shreds, like Gruyère or cheddar. I tend to reach for Gruyère because it's often used in classic French cooking and also one of my personal favorite cheeses.

What makes soufflé difficult? ›

If the egg whites are not mixed enough, they will be too heavy to rise, but if they are over-whipped they will collapse in the oven. Finally, and most problematically, any cross-contamination between yolks and whites will cause the whole concoction to collapse, which is the bane of many dessert chefs' days.

What kind of pan do you use for soufflé? ›

Any 1 or 1.5 quart oven-safe dish with straight sides: You can use any oven-safe casserole dish as long as it's about 1-1.5 quarts and has straight sides.

How long can a soufflé sit before baking? ›

A souffle must be served the minute it comes out of the oven. That isn't impossible, but it does require some advanced planning. The sauce, called the "base," can be made ahead of time. Most souffles can be assembled and set aside for up to 30 minutes before baking.

What is the secret of the soufflé? ›

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There's only one serious secret to the perfect soufflé and that is careful whisking of the egg whites so they keep their volume and puff to a maximum in the oven.

What is Panera soufflé made of? ›

Deliciously crafted souffle made with our savory egg mixture, Neufchâtel, cheddar, Parmesan and romano cheeses.

Are soufflés supposed to be gooey? ›

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.

Should a cheese soufflé be runny in the middle? ›

A perfectly cooked soufflé will have a bit of sauce (some of the batter will still be slightly runny), which you can dip the puffy, light egg in.

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.
Feb 11, 2024

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.

What makes a perfect 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.

Does a soufflé need flour? ›

Savory soufflés usually incorporate cheese, vegetables, meat or seafood and are appropriate for a light dinner or lunch, or as a first course. They require a substantial and stable base, in the form of a cooked sauce that often involves butter, egg yolks and some kind of starch (flour, rice or cornstarch).

What are the characteristics of a good souffle? ›

To our taste, it has a crusty exterior packed with flavor, a dramatic rise above the rim, an airy but substantial outer layer, and a rich, loose center that is not completely set. A great souffle must also convey a true mouth feel of flavor, bursting with the bright, clear taste of the main ingredient.

What are the principles of making a souffle? ›

Souffles are a very simple science, the combination of these three scientific facts: egg proteins solidify as they cook; heat turns liquids to gases; and heated gases such as air expand and rise. Think of when you boil a liquid and how bubbles burst up from its surface; so it is with a souffle.

What ingredient makes a soufflé rise? ›

When the egg mixture is baked in a 350-degree oven, those air bubbles trapped in the egg whites expand, making the souffle rise. The heat also causes the protein to stiffen a bit, and along with the fat from the yolk, it forms a kind of scaffold that keeps the souffle from collapsing.

What can go wrong when making a souffle? ›

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.
Feb 11, 2024

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