Vanilla Floating Islands
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Vanilla Floating Islands is a delicate dessert featuring light meringue clouds topped with fresh berries and whipped cream. Made with egg whites, sugar, flour and butter infused with vanilla extract, this elegant dish comes together in just 45 minutes from start to table. It suits anyone looking to impress with a refined, classic pudding that combines airy texture with rich, creamy elements.
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Ingredients
- 12egg whites
- 400 ggranulated sugar(divided)
- 100 gall-purpose flour
- 2 gbaking powder
- 1 gsalt
- 120 gunsalted butter
- 2 mlpure vanilla extract
- 300 mlheavy cream
- 200 gfresh berries(any combination of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 50 gconfectioners' sugar(for dusting)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a clean and dry baking sheet for best results.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to ensure even aeration.
- 3
In a large bowl, beat egg whites until frothy. Gradually add granulated sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for this step to ensure even aeration and to prevent over-beating.
- 4
Add flour mixture to egg mixture and gently fold until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to over-mix, as this can result in dense meringues.
- 5
Transfer meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
Tip: Twist the top of the piping bag to remove any air bubbles.
- 6
Pipe meringues onto prepared baking sheet in desired shape. Tap baking sheet gently to remove air bubbles.
Tip: Use a gentle touch to avoid collapsing the meringues.
- 7
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until meringues are dry and crisp. Allow to cool completely.
Tip: Do not open oven door during baking to prevent collapse.
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