How to Make Floating Islands II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Floating Islands II is a classic French dessert that consists of delicate meringue "islands" floating in a pool of creamy vanilla custard. This elegant and light dessert is perfect for capping off a special meal or impressing guests at a dinner party. With its ethereal texture and sweet, luscious flavor, Floating Islands II is sure to become one of your go-to recipes for any occasion.

The star of the show in this dessert is the meringue, which is made of whipped egg whites and sugar. T...

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Ingredients

  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 3 cups milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a medium bowl, beat egg whites with salt until foamy. Gradually pour in 1/4 cup sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Bring milk to a simmer in large saucepan over medium heat. Drop egg white mixture in six separate mounds into simmering milk, leaving one inch between mounds. Poach 3 to 5 minutes, turning once. Remove meringues with slotted spoon and drain. Remove milk from heat and set aside.
  • Beat eggs and egg yolks in a large bowl. Beat in 1/2 cup sugar. Stir in milk from the saucepan.
  • Cook milk mixture in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Let cool before stirring in vanilla.
  • To serve, pour custard in a dish and top with poached meringues.
  • Nutrition

    220 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 171mg
    • Sodium: 106mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Total Sugars: 31g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 164mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 243mg