Frozen Chocolate Soufflé

Ingredients

• 200g (7oz) dark chocolate, chopped 200g (7oz) dark chocolate, chopped
• 4 large eggs, separated 4 large eggs, separated
• 100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar 100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
• 240ml (1 cup) heavy cream 240ml (1 cup) heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt Pinch of salt

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 22g, 13g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 28g, 24g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
2. 2.
   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with half of the sugar until pale and creamy.
3. 3.
   In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the vanilla extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
4. 4.
   In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until foamy. Gradually add the remaining sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
5. 5.
   Gently fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture until well combined.
6. 6.
   Fold in the whipped cream, followed by the beaten egg whites, until the mixture is smooth and evenly incorporated.
7. 7.
   Pour the mixture into individual ramekins or a large soufflé dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
8. 8.
   Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
9. 9.
   Remove from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
10. 10.
    Garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, if desired, and serve chilled.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Dark chocolate — Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa solids for the best flavor and texture.
• Eggs — Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before separating them. This will help achieve better volume when beating the egg whites.
• Heavy cream — Chill the cream and the mixing bowl in the refrigerator before whipping to ensure it whips up properly.

Tips & Tricks

• To add a twist to the flavor, you can incorporate a tablespoon of your favorite liqueur, such as coffee liqueur or orange liqueur, into the chocolate mixture.
• For a crunchy texture, you can sprinkle some crushed nuts, like almonds or hazelnuts, on top before freezing.
• If you prefer a sweeter dessert, you can increase the amount of sugar in the recipe.
• Serve the Frozen Chocolate Soufflé with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra touch of decadence.
• If you don't have individual ramekins, you can use a large soufflé dish or even a loaf pan for freezing the soufflé.

Serving advice

Serve the Frozen Chocolate Soufflé chilled, straight from the freezer. Allow it to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving to soften slightly. Garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for an elegant presentation.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can dust the serving plates with powdered sugar before placing the Frozen Chocolate Soufflé on top. Add a sprig of fresh mint or a raspberry as a garnish for a pop of color.