Easy Fluffy Chocolate Souffle

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   Prepare the ramekin.

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   Grease the ramekin with butter.

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   Add a small amount of granulated sugar, and swirl it so that it sticks around all over.

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   Make sure the granulated sugar thinly coats the surface of the ramekin.

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   The sugar crystals are a bit difficult to see in the photo, but they're there so that the souffle can rise properly while grabbing on to them.

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   Because the cake must be served when it's still hot, make sure to decorate the serving dishes using things like fruits in advance.

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   Add the finely chopped chocolate into a bowl.

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   Heat the bowl over a hot bath and melt the chocolate.

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   Then add the butter and mix well.

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    Make sure the chocolate mixture is not too hot.

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    Add the egg yolks and mix some more.

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    Whip the egg white in a different bowl.

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    Add the sugar when it starts to foam.

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    Whip well until still peaks form.

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    Add a fourth of the meringue into the chocolate mixture.

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    Whisk until smooth.

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    Add the rest of the meringue into the smoothened chocolate mixture.

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    Fold in gently with a rubber spatula.

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    Pour a heaping amount into the ramekins.

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    Bake for 7 to 10 minutes in a 180C preheated oven.

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    When done, serve immediately.

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    Sprinkle powdered sugar or serve with chocolate sauceif possible.

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    Scoop the center with a spoon, and enjoy!

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    Also great with ice cream.

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    Unfortunately, the cake will begin to shrink after 10 minutes.

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    That's why it's crucial to eat while it's hot.

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    When it's gone cold, you can serve it as a moist gateau au chocolat.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.