Description

Valentine’s Brunch Goat Cheese Soufflés are a delightful blend of soft goat cheese, lavender, and thyme, perfect for a special breakfast or brunch moment! Irresistible flavor with simple prep makes these soufflés a must-try for a homemade treat.

Ingredients

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3 tablespoons finely grated parmesan cheese, divided, plus more for sprinkling on the ramekins
½ teaspoon dried lavender
½ medium lemon, zested
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 ounces soft goat cheese
1 ounce ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon honey (orange blossom honey recommended)
3 large eggs, separated
¼ cup low-fat milk
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
butter for the ramekins

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375˚ F. Butter the ramekins and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese inside. Set aside.
Crush the dried lavender to a powder and mix it with lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of Parmesan, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine goat cheese, ricotta, 2 tablespoons of Parmesan, thyme, honey, egg yolks, milk, and flour. Stir well.
In a separate small bowl, whip the egg whites until firm peaks form, being careful not to over-whip. Fold the egg whites in thirds into the cheese-yolk mixture until just combined, leaving some lumps for the soufflé texture.
Place ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Spoon the cheese mixture into ramekins, filling them two-thirds full.
Clean the sides of the ramekins with a paper towel to ensure the soufflés rise evenly.
Bake for 20 minutes until the tops are browned and firm. Let cool in ramekins for 15 minutes; they will collapse slightly.
Serve warm with a small salad.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients like thyme for enhanced flavor.
Be gentle when folding the egg whites into the mixture to maintain fluffiness.
These soufflés are best served immediately but can also be enjoyed right from the ramekins.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 soufflé
Calories: 261
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 370mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 145mg