The Best Chocolate Souffle Ever

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   Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.

2. 2

   Butter souffle dish and sprinkle with sugar.

3. 3

   Knock out any excess sugar.

4. 4

   Divide the egg yolks from the egg whites Melt chocolate in a metal bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water (or a double-boiler, if you have one), stirring until the chocolate is melted and uniformly smooth.

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   Remove bowl from heat and stir in yolks.

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   Beat whites in a large bowl until they just hold soft peaks.

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   Add 1/3 cup sugar, a little at a time, continuing to beat, then beat at a higher speed until whites just hold stiff peaks.

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   Stir about 1 cup whites into chocolate mixture to lighten, then gently yet thoroughly fold mixture into remaining whites.

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   Transfer mixture into souffle dish.

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    Bake in center of oven until it appears cooked and crusted on top but is still jiggly in center (roughly 25 minutes).

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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