Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

soufflé

Noun

/suːˈfleɪ/

Definition

A light, fluffy dish made with egg yolks and beaten egg whites, typically served as a sweet or savory course.

Examples

She prepared a delicious cheese soufflé for dinner.
The chocolate soufflé was the highlight of the meal.
Making a soufflé requires careful folding of the egg whites to get the right rise.

Meaning

Soufflé is a French culinary term that refers to a dish that puffs up due to the air incorporated into it from beaten egg whites, creating a delicate texture.