Description
A savory and airy black pepper Parmesan soufflé that rises beautifully with rich cheese flavor and a peppery kick perfect for an elegant brunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 1.5-quart soufflé dish. Dust with grated Parmesan or flour if desired.
- 2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- 3. Gradually whisk in warm milk and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
- 4. Remove from heat and stir in salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Let cool for 2 minutes.
- 5. Whisk in egg yolks one at a time, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
- 6. In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- 7. Gently fold egg whites into the cheese mixture in batches, being careful not to deflate.
- 8. Pour mixture into prepared soufflé dish and smooth the top.
- 9. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until puffed and golden. Do not open oven early.
- 10. Serve immediately while puffed.
Notes
- Use room-temperature eggs for the best volume.
- Freshly ground black pepper adds flavor depth. Adjust to your spice preference.
- Soufflés deflate quickly once out of the oven, so serve promptly for full effect.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: black pepper parmesan souffle, savory souffle, cheese souffle, egg bake, airy souffle