Individual Chocolate Espresso Souffles

Submitted by Simply Gourmet

"Coffee time - May 14, 2016. Recipe courtesy of Jennifer and Scott Gordon. Source: Tasterschoice.com. These decadent but delicate Chocolate Espresso Souffles have a slightly creamy center, a hint of coffee flavour and they are easy to make!"

 

• Ready In: 33mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Yields: 8 souffles

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1⁄2 cup baking cocoa
• 1⁄2 cup hot water
• 3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2⁄3 cup evaporated milk
• 3⁄4 cup sugar
• 4 large egg whites
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• powdered sugar

directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F Spray eight 6-ounce custard cups with nonstick cooking spray, sprinkle evenly with 2 tablespoons sugar.
2. Combine cocoa, water and coffee granules in medium bowl; stir until smooth. Melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour; cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Stir in evaporated milk and 1/2 cup sugar. Cook, whisking frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Add to cocoa mixture, stir until smooth.
3. Beat egg whites and a pinch of salt in small mixer bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining 1/4 cup of sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold one-fourth of egg whites into chocolate mixture to lighten. Fold in remaining egg whites gently but thoroughly. Pour mixture into prepared cups, filling 3/4 full. Place on baking sheet.
4. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out moist, but not wet. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.