Floating Berries

Floating Islands, also known as ‘Iles Flottantes’ in French, is a classic French dessert that dates back to the 17th century. It consists of a light and fluffy meringue floating on a bed of creamy custard or fruit sauce.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Floating Berries

Cooking Method: Boiling, Whisking Cuisine: International Courses: Dessert, Fruit Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Berries
• 4 tablespoon Sugar
• 2 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 cup Aquafaba (chickpea brine)
• 0.5 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine the berries, sugar, water, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little water to form a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering berry mixture, stirring constantly until thickened.
3. Remove from heat and let the berry mixture cool.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the aquafaba and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold in the powdered sugar.
6. To serve, divide the cooled berry mixture into serving bowls. Top each bowl with a dollop of the aquafaba mixture.
7. Enjoy the floating berries!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 20g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.