Description
This Banana Soufflé is light, airy, and naturally sweet with rich banana flavor. It rises beautifully in the oven with a delicate golden top and soft, custard-like center. Perfect for an elegant dessert that feels fancy but uses simple ingredients.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 15–18 minutes
Total: 30–35 minutes
🍽 Servings
4 (4 ramekins)
🛒 Ingredients
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2 ripe bananas (mashed smooth)
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3 large eggs (separated)
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3 tbsp sugar (or monk fruit sweetener)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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1 tbsp butter (for ramekins)
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1 tbsp sugar (for coating ramekins)
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Pinch of salt
Optional: powdered sugar for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Grease 4 ramekins with butter and coat lightly with sugar.
3️⃣ In bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
4️⃣ Add egg yolks, vanilla, and sugar. Mix well.
5️⃣ In separate bowl, beat egg whites with pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
6️⃣ Gently fold egg whites into banana mixture (do not overmix).
7️⃣ Divide into ramekins, smooth tops.
8️⃣ Bake 15–18 minutes until puffed and lightly golden.
9️⃣ Serve immediately (soufflés deflate quickly).
📝 Notes
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Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness.
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Do not open oven during baking.
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Soufflés rise best when egg whites are properly whipped.
💡 Flavor Variations
✔ Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder (chocolate banana)
✔ Add cinnamon or nutmeg
✔ Add splash of rum for caramel flavor
✔ Top with Greek yogurt instead of sugar
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Best served immediately after baking.
Q: Can I make it sugar-free?
Yes — use monk fruit or stevia.
Q: Can I air fry?
Yes — 350°F for 10–12 minutes.
🔢 WW Points (per serving)
Blue: 3 points
Green: 4 points
Purple: 3 points
🌿 Anti-Inflammatory?
Moderate — bananas and eggs are nutritious.
To improve:
✔ Use natural sweetener
✔ Add cinnamon
✔ Skip powdered sugar
🌿 Health Benefits
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Bananas → Potassium, fiber, natural sweetness
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Eggs → High-quality protein & brain-supporting choline
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Low fat & light dessert → Easier to digest than cakes
✅ Overall: Healthier dessert option with moderate anti-inflammatory benefits
🍽 Serving Ideas
✔ With Greek yogurt or whipped cream
✔ Drizzled with honey
✔ With berries on top
🧊 Storage
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Best eaten fresh
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Batter can rest 30 minutes before baking (not longer)
🔥 Texture Tips
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Extra fluffy → Beat whites to stiff glossy peaks
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Creamier center → Bake 1–2 minutes less
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Firmer → Bake 2–3 minutes longer
🌟 Make It More Anti-Inflammatory
✔ Use cinnamon, nutmeg
✔ Sweeten with honey or maple syrup
✔ Add walnuts or almonds