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Julia Child’s Famous Cheese Soufflé Recipe

Julia Child’s Famous Cheese Soufflé Recipe

Emily Grace
Julia Child’s Famous Cheese Soufflé Recipe is a classic French dish. It is light, fluffy and full of rich cheese flavor. Many people love Julia Child’s Famous Cheese Soufflé Recipe for special dinners or holiday meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter plus extra for greasing
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk warmed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper optional
  • 4 large eggs separated
  • 1 ½ cups grated Gruyère cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the Ramekins

  • Grease the ramekins with butter. Sprinkle with a little flour or grated cheese. This helps the soufflé rise evenly. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Make the Béchamel

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir for 1–2 minutes. Slowly whisk in warm milk until smooth. Cook until thickened.

Season the Sauce

  • Add salt, pepper, and cayenne. Stir well. Remove from heat. Let it cool slightly. This forms the base of your soufflé.

Add Egg Yolks and Cheese

  • Beat egg yolks lightly. Stir into the sauce one at a time. Add grated Gruyère cheese. Mix until smooth. Add Dijon mustard if using.

Beat Egg Whites

  • In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Make sure no yolk or grease is in the bowl. This gives the soufflé its fluffiness.

Fold Egg Whites Into Sauce

  • Add one-third of egg whites into the cheese sauce. Mix gently to lighten. Fold in remaining whites carefully. Do not deflate the mixture.

Fill Ramekins

  • Spoon mixture into prepared ramekins. Fill almost to the top. Smooth the surface lightly.

Bake the Soufflés

  • Place ramekins in preheated oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes. Do not open the oven while baking. Soufflés should rise beautifully and turn golden.

Serve Immediately

  • Remove from oven carefully. Serve hot. The soufflé may deflate slightly if left too long. Enjoy your Julia Child’s Famous Cheese Soufflé Recipe.

Notes

  • Use fresh eggs for best texture.
  • Warm milk prevents lumps in the sauce.
  • Grate cheese finely for smooth melting.
  • Beat egg whites to stiff peaks only.
  • Fold gently to keep mixture airy.
  • Serve immediately for best presentation.
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