MOCHA SOUFFLES

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Anytime I want a special treat just for my husband, Al, and me, I make these souffles.-Andrea Thomas, Gaithersburg, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon plus 6 tablespoons sugar, divided
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

Coat two 12-oz. souffle dishes with cooking spray and sprinkle each with 1/4 teaspoon sugar; set aside. , In a saucepan, combine the cocoa, 2 tablespoons of sugar, cornstarch and coffee granules. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and set aside. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Beat in remaining sugar until peaks form. Gently fold into mocha mixture. Pour into prepared dishes. Place in shallow pan; add 1 in. of hot water to pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes or until tops feel firm when lightly touched. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 1g fat, Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate, Fiber 7g protein.