Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

　　

Ingredients

Serves 2 generously

　　2 cups coarsely grated peeled Golden Delicious apples (about 2)

　　1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar

　　1 teaspoon cinnamon

　　2 tablespoons brandy

　　2 large egg whites

　　3/4 cup picked-over fresh blackberries, quartered

　　1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar for sprinkling

　　

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450° F. and lightly butter two 1-cup ramekins (4 inches in diameter by 1 1/2 inches high).

　　

Step 2

In a heavy saucepan simmer apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and brandy, covered, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.

　　

Step 3

In a bowl with an electric mixer beat whites until they just hold stiff peaks. Beat in hot apple mixture and blackberries until just combined.

　　

Step 4

Spoon mixture into ramekins, mounding it in centers, and run a knife around sides, freeing mixture to aid rising. Bake soufflés on a baking sheet in middle of oven until puffed and golden brown, about 8 minutes, and while they are still warm sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

　　

Step 5

Serve soufflés immediately.