Floating Islands Recipe

Experience the sweet delights of Hungary with this authentic homemade Hungarian Floating Islands Dessert in Vanilla Custard recipe. The ethereal meringue islands floating in the velvety custard create a dessert that is both visually stunning and utterly delicious.

Floating Islands Recipe

Indulge in the sweet pleasures of Hungary with this authentic homemade Hungarian Floating Islands Dessert in Vanilla Custard recipe. Known as "Madártej" in Hungarian, this ethereal dessert combines delicate meringue islands floating in a pool of velvety vanilla custard. Each spoonful is a heavenly symphony of textures and flavors that will transport you to the charming streets of Hungary. Whether you're a fan of Hungarian cuisine or eager to explore new desserts, this homemade Floating Islands recipe is sure to impress. So, get ready to whisk your way to culinary bliss and delight your taste buds with this exquisite and authentic Hungarian dessert!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Refrigerate: 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 35 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine Hungarian

Servings 4 people

Calories 270 kcal

Equipment

• Electric Mixer Or
• Whisk
• Saucepan
• Mixing Bowls
• Whisk Or
• Spoon
• Serving Bowls

Ingredients

  

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For The Meringue:

• 4 Egg Whites
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/4 tsp Cream Of Tartar

For The Vanilla Custard:

• 2 cup Whole Milk
• 4 Egg Yolks
• 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• Powdered Sugar Optional

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Instructions

 

For the Meringue:

• In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form.
• Gradually add the sugar and cream of tartar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
• Heat up the milk and add the beaten egg whites spoon by spoon to it and cook for 2-3 minutes each side then gently take it out from the milk place it onto a big bowl.
• (Other option for baked hard meringue:

  Using two spoons, shape the meringue into small quenelle-like islands and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 200°F (95°C) and bake the meringue islands for 2 hours or until they are crisp on the outside and slightly chewy on the inside. Let them cool completely.)

For the Vanilla Custard:

• Use the milk in which you cooked the egg whites.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until well combined.
• Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
• Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the custard thickens.
• Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and let the custard cool.

Assembly:

• Pour the vanilla custard into each serving bowl and place the cooked meringue on top, sprinkle with powdered sugar on top.
• If baked, place a meringue island in each serving bowl. Pour the vanilla custard over the meringue islands, allowing them to float in the custard.
• Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
• Serve the Floating Islands Dessert chilled and savor the heavenly combination of meringue and vanilla custard.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25recipeCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSodium: 105mgSugar: 47g

Keyword Floating Islands, Floating Islands Recipe, Madartej

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