RICH CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE

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In Atlanta, Georgia, Linda Blaska serves this rich chocolate dessert when entertaining. The sumptuous souffle has a light, airy texture, yet its center is moist and almost fudge-like.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
3 tablespoons butter
4 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add milk. bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the chocolate and butter; cook until chocolate and butter are melted; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat. Add 1/3 cup chocolate mixture to the egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Stir in vanilla; cool slightly., In a large bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar; beat until stiff peaks form. Fold into the chocolate mixture. , Pour into a greased 2-qt. souffle dish. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.