Caramel Floating Islands Recipe

Ingredients:

• 5 egg yolks
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 egg whites

Instructions:

1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and milk until well combined.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and water over high heat and cook until the sugar turns a light amber color.
3. Remove the pot from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
4. Slowly add the egg yolk mixture to the saucepan with the caramel, while whisking constantly.
5. Put the saucepan back onto the stove and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a custard-like consistency.
6. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
7. Gently fold the egg whites into the caramel mixture.
8. Spoon the mixture into individual serving dishes, and chill in the refrigerator.
9. After a few hours of chilling, the caramel floating islands are ready to be served.

Serving Suggestions:

These caramel floating islands make for an elegant and delicious dessert. Serve them chilled, topped with whipped cream and drizzled with more caramel sauce. You can also add chopped nuts or fresh berries for an extra pop of flavor.

Verdict:

The combination of the airy egg whites and the rich caramel sauce make for a heavenly dessert that is sure to impress. These caramel floating islands are a classic French dessert that will transport you to Paris with every bite. They may seem intimidating, but with a little patience and attention to detail, anyone can master this recipe.