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Copycat Panera Soufflés Recipe

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This Copycat Panera Soufflés recipe recreates the light and fluffy cheese soufflés served at Panera Bread, featuring puff pastry filled with eggs, cheese, and your choice of savory bacon or spinach. These individual soufflés are baked until beautifully puffed and golden, making them an elegant yet simple breakfast or brunch option.

Ingredients

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Pastry

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

Filling

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup shredded cheese (Gruyère or cheddar recommended)
  • 2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
  • ½ cup fresh spinach, chopped and lightly sautéed (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the puff pastry cups: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into squares large enough to fit into a muffin tin. Gently press the pastry squares into the muffin cups to form little cups with edges slightly higher than the rims.
  2. Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Add the shredded cheese, crumbled bacon or sautéed spinach if using, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well to combine the ingredients evenly.
  3. Fill the pastry cups: Spoon the egg mixture into each puff pastry cup, filling them about three-quarters full to allow space for rising during baking.
  4. Bake the soufflés: Place the filled muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the soufflés have puffed up, are golden brown on top, and the eggs are fully set.
  5. Serve warm: Carefully remove the soufflés from the muffin tin with a small spatula or knife. Serve immediately to enjoy their fluffy texture and warm, cheesy flavor.

Notes

  • Variations: Try adding cooked mushrooms, diced bell peppers, or herbs like chives or thyme to the filling for extra flavor.
  • Make ahead: Puff pastry cups can be shaped and chilled in the muffin tin for up to 24 hours before filling and baking.
  • Storage: Leftover soufflés can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and gently reheated in the oven to maintain crisp edges.
  • Cheese options: Gruyère, cheddar, or Swiss cheese work particularly well for a creamy and slightly tangy taste.

Keywords: soufflé, Panera copycat, puff pastry, breakfast, brunch, cheese soufflé, bacon soufflé, spinach soufflé

Find it online: https://famdishes.com/copycat-panera-souffles-recipe/