{"id":2130,"date":"2013-12-10T18:12:54","date_gmt":"2013-12-11T02:12:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.therowdybaker.com\/?p=2130"},"modified":"2013-12-10T18:34:34","modified_gmt":"2013-12-11T02:34:34","slug":"chocolate-peppermint-souffles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.therowdybaker.com\/?p=2130","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Peppermint Souffl\u00e9s"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.therowdybaker.com%2F%3Fp%3D2130&amp;media=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.therowdybaker.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F12%2FIMG_0824-300x200.jpg&amp;description=Chocolate%20Peppermint%20Souffles\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-config=\"beside\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/assets.pinterest.com\/images\/pidgets\/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=584\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/IMG_0824.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-2134\" alt=\"IMG_0824\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/IMG_0824.jpg?resize=300%2C200\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/IMG_0824.jpg?resize=300%2C200 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/IMG_0824.jpg?resize=1024%2C682 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/IMG_0824.jpg?resize=450%2C300 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/IMG_0824.jpg?w=1168 1168w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/IMG_0824.jpg?w=1752 1752w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>There is no culinary experience as sensual &#8211; as sinfully decadent &#8211; as dipping a spoon into a warm chocolate souffle and raising it to your lips. I&#8217;ll admit my body betrayed me, and I went back for more.<\/p>\n<p>For a spectacular and satisfying finish to your holiday meal, make a warm Chocolate Peppermint Souffl\u00e9 for each guest. The top is encrusted with sugar and crushed candy cane, and the inside is a heavenly blend of dark chocolate, espresso, and peppermint.<\/p>\n<p>Be prepared to bring the souffl\u00e9 straight from the oven to the table, because even though this version has a little more density than most, it\u2019s still the nature of the souffl\u00e9 to deflate quickly. Enjoy them while they are warm and fluffy!<\/p>\n<p>Oh, and you can make them ahead and keep them in the fridge. Just remember to bring them to room temperature before baking.<\/p>\n<div class=\"easyrecipe\">\n<div class=\"item ERName\">Chocolate Peppermint Souffl\u00e9s<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERClear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Author: <span class=\"author\">The Rowdy Baker<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERIngredients\">\n<div class=\"ERIngredientsHeader\">Ingredients<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ingredients\">\n<li class=\"ingredient\">3 candy canes (1\/2 oz. each)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">2\/3 cup sugar, divided<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">1 tablespoon butter<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">3 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped (good quality, no chips!)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">1\/4 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">1 teaspoon instant espresso powder<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">1\/2 teaspoon cornstarch<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">1\/8 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">3\/4 cup half &amp; half<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">1\/2 teaspoon vanilla<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">1\/2 teaspoon peppermint extract<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">2 egg yolks, room temperature!<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">4 egg whites, room temperature!<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">1\/4 teaspoon cream of tartar<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">pinch of salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERInstructions\">\n<div class=\"ERInstructionsHeader\">Instructions<\/div>\n<div class=\"instructions\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Heat oven to 400 F. Place the rack in the lowest position.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Finely crush the candy canes and move to a small bowl. If necessary, sift the crushed candy through a strainer. Larger pieces may be re-crushed or saved for decorating the souffl\u00e9s.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add 1\/3 cup sugar to the bowl and combine well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Prepare the ramekins by buttering generously and then adding sugar and candy cane mixture, tipping the ramekin to entirely cover the butter. Pour excess back into the small bowl. Set aside.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Place the chopped chocolate in a medium bowl.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">In a small pan, whisk the flour, remaining 1\/3 cup sugar, espresso powder, cornstarch, and salt together until well blended.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Turn the burner to medium heat and slowly add the half &amp; half, whisking continuously. Continue to cook until it begins to thicken. It can just start to bubble, but don\u2019t allow it to boil.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Pour over the chocolate and let it sit for one minute. Gently stir until it is combined. Let it cool for at least 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add the vanilla, peppermint extract, and egg yolks. Stir well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">In a medium bowl, whip the egg whites, cream of tartar, and pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Divide between the 4 ramekins. Ideally, the ramekin should be 3\/4 filled. A little more or less is just fine.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Sprinkle generously with some of the remaining sugar and peppermint mixture. Add a few larger pieces of candy cane if you\u2019d like for more color. Not too many, or it won\u2019t rise properly.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and put into the oven. Close the oven door and turn the heat down to 375 F.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Bake for about 16-18 minutes. Serve immediately!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERNutrition\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"endeasyrecipe\" style=\"display: none;\">3.2.1255<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2135\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Folding-egg-whites-into-chocolate.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2135\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2135\" alt=\"Folding egg whites into chocolate mixture\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Folding-egg-whites-into-chocolate.jpg?resize=300%2C200\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.therowdybaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Folding-egg-whites-into-chocolate.jpg?resize=300%2C200 300w, 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