Dacquoise with Red Fruits Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 egg whites
• 100g caster sugar
• 150g ground almonds
• 50g icing sugar
• 300ml double cream
• 500g mixed red fruits (such as strawberries, raspberries, and cherries)
• Extra icing sugar to dust

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 160°C. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
3. Add in the caster sugar, a spoonful at a time, and continue whisking until the mixture is glossy and stiff.
4. Gently fold in the ground almonds and icing sugar until combined.
5. Spoon the mixture onto the prepared baking tray, shaping it into a circle about 20cm in diameter.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
7. Allow the dacquoise to cool completely before removing it from the baking tray and placing it on a serving plate.
8. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the double cream until it forms soft peaks.
9. Spoon the whipped cream onto the dacquoise, spreading it evenly across the surface.
10. Top with the mixed red fruits, arranging them in a decorative pattern.
11. Dust liberally with icing sugar before serving.

Verdict:

This dacquoise with red fruits recipe is a perfect combination of light and nutty layers with creamy whipped cream and sweet, tangy red fruits. It’s a deliciously elegant dessert that’s sure to impress your guests.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of creme fraiche.
• Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added colour and flavour.
• Pair with a glass of chilled dessert wine for the ultimate indulgence.