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🌍Authentic French recipe from a France-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Ile Flottante

Cultural Context

Ile Flottante, or Floating Island, is a classic French dessert that showcases the elegance of meringue and custard. Traditionally served as a light and airy treat, it evokes a sense of nostalgia in French cuisine, often enjoyed during festive occasions. The dish has inspired variations around the world, but its delicate balance of flavors remains a hallmark of French patisserie.

FrenchFRdessert
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
50cl de lait
70gr de sucre
40gr de sucre
5 oeufs
1 gousse de vanille
500ml de lait
250ml d'eau
150gr de sucre
5cl d'eau
5cl d'eau
1/2 cuillère a soupe de jus de citron

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Prepare the crème anglaise by combining 50cl of milk, 70gr of sugar, 40gr of sugar, 5 eggs, and 1 gousse de vanille or vanilla flavoring in a saucepan. Cook over low heat while stirring until thickened.

2

For the poached eggs, heat 500ml of milk and 250ml of water in a pot. Poach the eggs in this mixture until cooked through.

3

To make the caramel, combine 150gr of sugar with 5cl of water and 5cl of water in a saucepan. Add 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice and cook until it turns golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

whippingpoachingbaking

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Allergens

milkeggstree-nuts

Also Known As

Floating IslandÎle Flottante

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