Go Back
This airy strawberry soufflé is bursting with fresh berry flavor and is perfectly balanced by the rich and creamy vanilla bean crème anglaise. The soufflé’s light texture and the smooth sauce make for an elegant and memorable dessert to impress your guests.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Soufflé:

  • 250 g fresh strawberries pureed
  • 4 large egg whites room temperature
  • 100 g caster sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Butter and caster sugar for preparing ramekins

For the Vanilla Bean Crème Anglaise:

  • 250 ml whole milk
  • 1 vanilla bean split and scraped
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 50 g caster sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the Ramekins:

  • Butter four ramekins generously, then coat with caster sugar. Set aside.

Make the Soufflé Base:

  • Puree strawberries until smooth. Add lemon juice.

Whip Egg Whites:

  • In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.

Combine:

  • Gently fold the strawberry puree into the egg whites, careful to keep the mixture airy.

Fill Ramekins:

  • Spoon the mixture into prepared ramekins, filling nearly to the top. Smooth the surface.

Bake:

  • Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Bake soufflés for 12-15 minutes until risen and lightly golden on top.

Make Crème Anglaise:

  • Heat milk with vanilla bean and seeds until just boiling. Remove from heat.
  • In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale. Slowly pour hot milk into yolks, whisking continuously. Return mixture to low heat, stirring constantly until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract if using. Cool slightly.

Serve Immediately:

  • Serve soufflés hot, with warm vanilla bean crème anglaise poured over or on the side.

Notes

  • Soufflés are best enjoyed immediately after baking as they deflate quickly.
  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
  • To make a vegan version, consider aquafaba for the soufflé base and coconut milk custard as a substitute.
🍓 Tip: For an extra elegant touch, garnish with fresh strawberries and a sprig of mint
Keyword airy soufflé, classic French dessert, dinner party dessert, french dessert recipes, impressive dessert recipes, light soufflé dessert, strawberry dessert, strawberry soufflé recipe, vanilla bean crème anglaise, vanilla sauce dessert