Grand Marnier White Chocolate Soufflé

Steps

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1. 1
   Make the base sauce: Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan, add 3 tablespoons of flour, and cook for a few seconds to remove the raw flour taste. Pour in 7 oz of milk and stir until smooth.
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   Add 1/3 cup of white chocolate chips and a pinch of salt. Continue heating while stirring until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
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   Prepare the soufflé molds: Generously butter the bottom and sides of the molds, then coat with sugar, ensuring even coverage to help the soufflé rise.
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   Prepare the egg yolk mixture: In a bowl, combine 4 egg yolks with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon of Grand Marnier, and fresh orange zest. Mix gently.
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   Whip the egg whites to soft peaks: In a mixer, whip 4 egg whites until the bubbles become very small, then add 2 tablespoons of sugar. Continue whipping until soft peaks form—the tip should fold over slightly rather than stand upright.
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   Temper the egg yolks: Slowly pour the hot sauce mixture into the egg yolk mixture while stirring constantly, warming the eggs gradually to prevent scrambling.
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   Combine all ingredients: First, gently fold a spoonful of the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture to lighten it. Then carefully fold the remaining egg whites into the yolk mixture using gentle folding motions to preserve the air bubbles.
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   Fill the molds: Pour the soufflé mixture into the prepared molds, filling to the top. Using a finger, gently clean around the inside edge of each mold to ensure a clean rise.
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   Bake the soufflés: Place the molds in a preheated 400°F oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the soufflés rise beautifully with a golden top.
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    Finish and serve: Remove the soufflés from the oven and dust the tops lightly with powdered sugar. Serve as is, or make a small opening at the top and pour warm crème anglaise custard sauce into the center.
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