Lemon Omelet-Souffle

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A light, airy citrus soufflé with a bright lemon-orange glaze, perfect for elegant brunches.
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Lemon Omelet-Souffle

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 306.7

Description

This Lemon Omelet-Souffle is a delicate and elegant breakfast dish that combines the airy lightness of a soufflé with the rich, tangy flavors of fresh citrus. Made with whipped egg whites and a vibrant lemon-orange sauce, it creates a beautiful golden-brown top with a creamy, custard-like center. The sweetness of the sugar balances the acidity of the juices, resulting in a dessert-like breakfast that feels indulgent yet refreshing. Ideal for weekend brunches or special occasions, this recipe requires patience but yields impressive results. Serve immediately for the best texture, as soufflés settle quickly once removed from the oven.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch ovenproof frying pan or cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In the prepared pan, combine 3 tablespoons sugar, lemon juice, orange juice, and cornstarch. Stir until smooth and set aside.
  3. In a large, clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites on high speed until foamy. Gradually beat in 6 tablespoons sugar until whites hold stiff peaks. Be careful not to overbeat.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, grated lemon peel, and vanilla until thick and pale.
  5. Gently fold the beaten egg yolks into the whipped egg whites using a spatula, maintaining as much air as possible.
  6. Place the pan with the citrus mixture over high heat on the stove. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens slightly.
  7. Immediately remove from heat. Spoon the egg mixture in large dollops over the hot citrus sauce in the pan.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center jiggles only slightly when gently shaken.
  9. Serve immediately, spooning the citrus sauce around the soufflé. The center may remain slightly creamy.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 306.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.7g11%
Saturated Fat 1.9g10%
Cholesterol 270.0mg90%
Sodium 139.7mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 49.5g17%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 45.5g
Protein 12.6g26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: soufflé, lemon, orange, breakfast, brunch, eggs, egg whites, citrus, light, airy, sweet, tangy, baking, dessert breakfast, elegant, vegetarian, quick, weekend, special occasion, vanilla, cornstarch
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