French Cheese Soufflé
Classic French cheese soufflé is the magic of air-raised cooking: a light, cloud-like texture with the deep flavour of Gruyère and Parmesan. Its glycemic index does not apply because its total starch is low (about 6 g per 100 g), and it offers a refined, stomach-friendly experience.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat it straight from the oven before it sinks, as a light main dish with a purslane and rocket salad in lemon dressing.
Best preparation methods
Its rise depends on whisking the egg whites until stiff; use very little flour for the base béchamel and rely on the strength of the eggs and cheese.
Important Nutritional Note
A truly high-protein, keto-friendly meal, excellent for muscles and stable blood sugar; people with heart disease should watch the sodium and fat.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (120 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 215 kcal | 258 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g | 14.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 7.8 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 7.4 g |
| Fat | 16 g | 19.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0.3 g | 0.4 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 215 kcal per 100 g, ranking 5 of 8 in French dishes (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Does cheese soufflé raise blood sugar?
Not at all. Its carbohydrate content is very small, and its high protein keeps glucose on a flat, stable line.
What is the nutritional value of a 120 g portion of cheese soufflé?
It provides about 260 kcal, 14 g of high-quality protein, 19 g of fat and only about 8 g of carbohydrate.
Is cheese soufflé suitable for a keto diet?
It is a wonderful classic keto dish that combines eggs and fine French cheeses with no added starch.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.