ILES FLOTANTES (BAREFOOT CONTESSA)
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. For the caramel, heat 1 1/2 cups of the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan until the sugar dissolves. Cook over medium heat until the syrup turns a warm caramel color. Don't stir, just swirl it in the pan. Off the heat, add 1/2 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon of the vanilla; be careful, the syrup will bubble violently. Stir and cook over high heat until the caramel reaches 230 degrees F (thread stage) on a candy thermometer. Set aside. For the praline, combine the almonds with 1/4 cup of the caramel and spread them on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the almonds are lightly browned. Allow to cool at room temperature and then break up in pieces. Lower the oven to 250 degrees F. Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper. For the meringues, beat the egg whites, salt, and cream of tartar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment on medium speed until frothy. Turn the mixer on high speed and add the remaining 1 cup of sugar. Beat until the egg whites are very stiff and glossy. Whisk in the remaining teaspoon of vanilla. With dessert spoons place 12 mounds of meringue on the parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean. For serving, pour creme anglaise on the bottom of individual plates. Place a meringue on top of each serving, drizzle with caramel sauce, sprinkle with praline, and serve. To make a day or two ahead, leave the caramel and praline at room temperature and refrigerate the creme anglaise. Bake the meringues before guests arrive and assemble the desserts just before serving.
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Ofentse Moalosane
[email protected]This is a classic French dessert that is always a hit. The îles flottantes are light and airy, and the crème anglaise is smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Hasan 017
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The îles flottantes are so light and airy, and the crème anglaise is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe for a special occasion.
Frank Chisoko
[email protected]This was a delicious and impressive dessert. I made it for a dinner party and my guests loved it. The crème anglaise was creamy and flavorful, and the îles flottantes were light and airy. I will definitely be making this again.
skylose
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of desserts, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The îles flottantes were light and fluffy, and the crème anglaise was not too sweet. I will definitely be making this again.
Kisulo Ronald
[email protected]This recipe is a bit challenging, but it's worth the effort. The îles flottantes were light and airy, and the crème anglaise was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.
Daniel Soper
[email protected]I love making this recipe for special occasions. It's always a hit with my guests. The îles flottantes are so delicate and beautiful, and the crème anglaise is the perfect complement.
Ajiboye Adeoluwa
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The îles flottantes were easy to make and they turned out perfectly. The crème anglaise was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Emamul Sheen
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The îles flottantes were delicious, and the crème anglaise was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.
Zahraa Srour
[email protected]I've never had îles flottantes before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The îles flottantes were light and airy, and the crème anglaise was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.
Fnafjuce
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The îles flottantes were the perfect combination of light and fluffy, and the crème anglaise was smooth and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again.
camouflage Zone
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of îles flottantes, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The îles flottantes were light and fluffy, and the crème anglaise was rich and creamy. I'm definitely a convert now.
Nawa Chisu
[email protected]This was a delicious and impressive dessert. I made it for a dinner party and my guests loved it. The crème anglaise was creamy and flavorful, and the îles flottantes were light and airy. I will definitely be making this again.
Deena R
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The îles flottantes are so light and airy, and the crème anglaise is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe for a special occasion.
zikra fatima
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The îles flottantes were easier to make than I thought, and they turned out perfectly. The crème anglaise was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Rasel Ikbal
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The îles flottantes are delicate and beautiful, and the crème anglaise is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!
little monster g a n g
[email protected]OMG! Barefoot Contessa's îles flottantes are out of this world! The crème anglaise is rich and creamy, and the islands of meringue are light and fluffy. I topped mine with fresh berries, and it was the perfect summer dessert.