Chocolate Souffle

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375 degrees (200 C.).
2. 2
   Melt butter on stove over low heat until foamy.
3. 3
   Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute.
4. 4
   Gradually stir in milk.
5. 5
   Cook, stirring constantly, until thick and smooth.
6. 6
   Add chocolate and stir constantly over low heat until chocolate is melted.
7. 7
   Stir in coffee and remove from heat.
8. 8
   Stir in vanilla and 1/4 cup (60 ml) of sugar.
9. 9
   Add egg yolks one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
10. 10
    Butter 2 quarts (1900 ml) souffle dish (or individual souffle dishes) and coat with sugar.
11. 11
    Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy.
12. 12
    Beat in the remaining 1/4 cup (60 ml) sugar until peaks are stiff and glossy.
13. 13
    Gently fold egg whites into chocolate mixture.
14. 14
    Pour batter into prepared dish.
15. 15
    Bake for 40 minutes (less time for individual souffles).
16. 16
    Serve immediately with whipped cream.