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Hot Raspberry Soufflé
A dramatic and impressive hot soufflé with an intensely flavoured raspberry base, baked to a gorgeous rise and served the moment it emerges from the oven. Despite its daunting reputation, careful preparation makes this an achievable showstopper for a special dinner party.
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Ingredients
- 300 g fresh summer raspberries
- 80 caster sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 5 egg whites
- 50 caster sugar (for whites)
- 20 g unsalted butter, melted
- 20 caster sugar (for dishes)
Contains: milk, eggs.
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C. Brush four 200 ml ramekins generously with melted butter, then coat with caster sugar, tipping out the excess.
- Cook the raspberries, 80 g sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over a medium heat for 5 minutes until soft. Blend until smooth and pass through a fine sieve. Cool completely.
- Whisk the egg whites in a clean bowl to soft peaks. Gradually add the 50 g caster sugar and whisk to stiff, glossy peaks.
- Fold one large spoonful of egg white into the raspberry base to loosen it. Gently fold in the remaining whites in three additions, keeping as much air as possible.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared ramekins, filling to the top. Run your thumb around the inside edge to create a small ridge — this helps the soufflé rise straight.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until well risen and golden on top. Serve immediately.
Tips
- The raspberry base can be made up to a day ahead and stored in the fridge. Bring to room temperature before folding in the egg whites.
- Never open the oven door during baking — the drop in temperature will cause the soufflé to collapse.
Ring the changes
- Serve with a small jug of cold double cream poured into the centre at the table for a classic finish.
Keeping it
Soufflés must be served immediately from the oven. The base can be prepared ahead but the soufflé itself cannot be made in advance.
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