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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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 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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What ingredient makes a soufflé rise? ›

The motion of beating egg whites traps air into the mix. The egg white protein seals around pockets of air, creating bubbles. Egg yolks are separated out because their fat prevents those bubbles from forming. Those air bubbles expand in the oven, creating that famous cloud-like formation of a soufflé.

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.

Should you use fresh or old eggs for soufflé? ›

Fresh eggs are essential when used to give lift to cakes or to whip up into meringue to make pavlovas, soufflés or light-as-air Chocolate Mousse. This is because old eggs don't whip up as well. Fresh eggs are also better for poaching because they have tighter whites so they poach neatly.

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.

Are souffles really that hard to make? ›

Making a soufflé is actually a simple process, despite its reputation for being difficult to make. Try adding cheese, crab, vegetables and more for a decadent dinner.

How long can a soufflé sit before baking? ›

Make Ahead Instructions: You can prepare the souffle batter up to 2 days in advance (steps 1-4). Cover and refrigerate the batter in the mixing bowl or in the ramekins/dish until ready bake. Add another minute or so to the bake time if you refrigerated it for longer than 1 hour.

What do egg yolks do in soufflé? ›

Egg yolks get whisked in for even more richness, and coagulation—as the eggs cook, they set, just like when you fry or scramble them, allowing the soufflé to hold onto its loft for at least some time before deflating.

Do you need cream of tartar for soufflé? ›

You technically could — egg whites will still whip to stiff peaks without cream of tartar — but we highly recommend including it whenever it's called for in a recipe. While developing those lofty Japanese Soufflé Pancakes, Molly quickly realized how integral a stabilizer was to create the perfect pancake texture.

How long can soufflé batter sit? ›

Souffle may be made up ahead and refrigerated as long as 24 hours. Put souffle in cold oven and bake 50 minutes at 325 degrees. It can also be frozen up to 7 days.

Why does my soufflé keep deflating? ›

Don't open the oven door: Once the soufflé is in the oven, avoid opening the oven door until it's fully cooked. The rush of cool air can cause the soufflé to collapse. Serve immediately: Soufflés are best served immediately after they come out of the oven, as they tend to deflate quickly.

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 are the three components of a souffle? ›

Souffle Logic: A soufflé is made up of three elements: A base sauce enriched with egg yolks (pastry cream for sweet, béchamel for savory), a filling (anything from cheese to chocolate), and whipped egg whites.

How do you make a souffle rise higher? ›

Adding a small amount of acid, such as cream of tartar or lemon juice, to the egg whites can help stabilize them and improve their ability to hold air, resulting in a higher rise. Additionally, using a high-quality, fresh baking powder can also contribute to a better rise.

How do you keep a souffle from deflating? ›

Don't open the oven door: Once the soufflé is in the oven, avoid opening the oven door until it's fully cooked. The rush of cool air can cause the soufflé to collapse. Serve immediately: Soufflés are best served immediately after they come out of the oven, as they tend to deflate quickly.

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