Floating Island
A light and airy meringue floating on a pool of silky vanilla custard, topped with fresh mango chunks and a mint leaf. This classic French dessert is surprisingly simple to make at home.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 cups milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mango
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, beat the 3 egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/4 cup of the sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 5 minutes.
- 2
In a wide skillet, bring 2 cups of milk and 1/4 cup of sugar to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Using a large spoon, drop 4 mounds of the meringue into the milk. Poach for 2 minutes per side, until just set. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk the 3 egg yolks with the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of the hot milk, then return the mixture to the skillet. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Do not let it boil.
- 4
Pour the warm custard into 4 serving bowls. Place one poached meringue on top of each. Garnish with 1 cup of diced mango and a mint leaf if you have one. Serve immediately.
- 5
For a richer flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to the custard while it cooks.
Tools you’ll need
- Large bowl
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Wide skillet
- Slotted spoon
- Saucepan
- Whisk
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