Panera Bread's Four Cheese Souffle (Copycat Recipe)

This delightful Four Cheese Souffle is a rich and airy dish that combines the flavors of four distinct cheeses, creating a creamy and savory experience. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this recipe captures the essence of the original Panera Bread version, featuring a flaky pastry shell filled with a luscious cheese mixture. It's a comforting dish that is sure to impress with its texture and depth of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
• 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into squares large enough to line the cups of a muffin tin.
3. Gently press the pastry squares into the muffin tin cups, ensuring they cover the bottom and sides.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar cheeses. Mix until well combined.
5. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
6. Add the egg mixture to the cheese mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
7. Spoon the cheese and egg mixture into the prepared pastry shells, filling them about 3/4 full.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the souffles are puffed and golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh chives if desired.