Floating Islands

Recipe by Philippe's Kitchen

Classic French dessert made of light poached meringues, a velvety vanilla custard, and golden caramel. An elegant and indulgent presentation to impress your guests.

MediumFrenchServes 4

Printable version with shopping checklist

Source Video
32m
Prep
25m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 7m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$3.11
Per serving:$0.78

Critical Success Points

  • Temper the egg yolks with the hot milk to avoid curdling
  • Cook the custard over low heat without forming lumps
  • Poach the meringues without breaking them
  • Achieve the right caramel colour without burning

Safety Warnings

  • The caramel is very hot; handle with care to avoid burns.
  • Do not leave the custard unattended, it can curdle quickly.

You Might Also Like

Similar recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos