🧀 Mediterranean Baked Cheese Soufflé

This beautiful, golden, fluffy bake looks like a classic cheese soufflé — light, airy on top with a soft, creamy base. It’s simple, elegant, and made with wholesome Mediterranean-style ingredients. Perfect for brunch, a light dinner, or a high-protein vegetarian meal.

The top rises dramatically in the oven, forming that gorgeous golden crust, while the inside stays soft and custardy.

🌿 Ingredients (Serves 6)

4 large eggs (separated)
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
½ cup shredded mozzarella or kasseri
¼ cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
½ teaspoon baking powder
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional: pinch of nutmeg or dried oregano

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a glass baking dish.

2️⃣ Prepare the Base

In a bowl, whisk egg yolks with Greek yogurt and olive oil until smooth.
Stir in feta, mozzarella, Parmesan, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and optional seasoning.

3️⃣ Whip the Egg Whites

In a separate clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
This step creates the fluffy, soufflé-style texture.

4️⃣ Fold Gently

Carefully fold the egg whites into the cheese mixture in batches.
Do not overmix — keep the air in the batter.

5️⃣ Bake

Pour mixture into prepared dish.
Bake for 30–40 minutes until puffed and golden brown on top.

⚠️ Avoid opening the oven during baking to prevent collapsing.

6️⃣ Rest

Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. It will naturally settle slightly — that’s normal.

🥗 Serving Ideas (Mediterranean Style)

Serve with cucumber-tomato salad and olives
Pair with sautéed spinach and garlic
Enjoy with roasted vegetables
Add fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil on top

🧮 Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: 220–260
Carbs: 4–6g (lower with almond flour)
Protein: 14–18g
Fat: 16–20g

❓ Q & A

Q: Why did my soufflé deflate?
That’s completely normal. All soufflés rise in the oven and settle slightly as they cool.

Q: Can I make it low-carb?
Yes! Replace regular flour with almond flour.

Q: Can I add vegetables?
Absolutely. Spinach, sautéed mushrooms, or roasted red peppers work beautifully. Just remove excess moisture first.

Q: Can I prepare it ahead?
Best served fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated gently.

Q: Can I use only one type of cheese?
Yes, but combining cheeses gives the best Mediterranean flavor depth.