Easy Cheese Souffles Recipe

Name: Easy Cheese Souffles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons melted butter; 2 tablespoons white sugar, or as needed; Souffles:; 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 2 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 pinch salt

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons white sugar, or as needed
Souffles:
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch salt

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
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.
3
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.
4
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.
5
Fill ramekins up to the lip with the batter.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and browned, about 12 minutes. Serve immediately.

267

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons melted butter, 2 tablespoons white sugar, or as needed, Souffles:, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Easy Cheese Souffles falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Easy Cheese Souffles

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Variations & substitutions

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