Jalapeño Corn Soufflé
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Jalapeño Corn Soufflé
Description
The Jalapeño Corn Soufflé features a mixture of sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt blended with eggs, heavy cream, and melted butter to create a rich, smooth base. Frozen or fresh corn kernels add natural sweetness and texture, while the blend of fresh sliced jalapeño and crispy jalapeño snacks bring varying levels of spice and crunch. Baking at 350°F allows the soufflé to rise and set with a golden brown top and custard-like inside.
The finished soufflé can be served immediately after topping with additional corn and jalapeños, adding brightness and heat contrast. It complements main dishes where a spicy, creamy corn side is desired. The soufflé’s texture ranges from tender and moist inside to slightly crisp on top due to the baking process and the added fried jalapeños.
Leftover soufflé reheats well, maintaining its moistness and flavor, making it suitable for advance preparation or enjoying as a warm leftover side. Breaking up large frozen corn pieces before mixing ensures an even texture throughout the dish.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 egg large
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter melted and slightly cooled, unsalted
- 6 cups frozen or fresh! corn kernels
- 1 cup crispy jalapeños brand: French's
- 1/2 cup corn kernel roasted if desired, cooked
- 1 jalapeno pepper thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. In a larger bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until smooth. Whisk in the butter until smooth. Whisk in the dry ingredients until the mixture is combined. Fold in the corn kernels, breaking apart any huge frozen bits if you see them.
- Bake the dish for 55 to 60 minutes, or until completely golden brown on top and set in the center. Remove the corn and top with the French's fried jalapeños, extra corn and sliced peppers. Serve immediately!
Notes
- Reheat leftovers gently to preserve soufflé texture and avoid drying out.
- Use fresh or frozen corn, breaking up large frozen kernels to maintain smooth consistency.
- The combination of fresh jalapeño slices and crispy fried jalapeños provides layered spice and texture.