Low-Fat Chocolate Soufflé: A Guilt-Free Indulgence at Home
Indulge in a rich and airy chocolate soufflé that won’t derail your healthy eating goals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Low-Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces dark chocolate
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease ramekins.
- Melt dark chocolate in a double boiler and let it cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whip egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue whipping.
- In another bowl, whisk egg yolks, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture until no streaks remain.
- Pour the mixture into prepared ramekins and bake for 12-15 minutes until puffed.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate is of good quality for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the egg whites to maintain the soufflé’s fluffiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 soufflé
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 mg