Recipe: Bisque Tortoni 🍨
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Bisque Tortoni, a classic European dessert that’s perfect for any weeknight indulgence. This recipe yields a creamy, luscious treat that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a total cooking time of 2 hours, you can whip up this decadent dessert in no time!
- Cuisine: European
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: European, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 734.5 per serving
- Fat Content: 24.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 1132.8mg
- Sodium Content: 44.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 116.7g
- Sugar Content: 113.8g
- Protein Content: 14.6g
Ingredients:
- 12 units of sugar
- 1/2 unit of apricot (frozen)
- 1 unit of salt
- Bisque crumbs (quantity not specified)
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beat egg yolks with sugar over a hot fire until steam begins to rise. | 20 mins |
| 2 | Remove from the fire to ice and continue beating until the mixture becomes quite stiff. | |
| 3 | Stir in bisque crumbs. | |
| 4 | Pour into a 2-quart brick or melon mold thinly lined with frozen apricots. | |
| 5 | Pack in ice and salt for two hours. | 2 hours |
| 6 | Be careful not to overfill the mold, as the mixture will shrink a little. |
Instructions (Detailed):
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Preparation of Egg Yolk Mixture:
- In a heatproof bowl, combine the egg yolks and sugar.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, creating a double boiler effect.
- Using a whisk or hand mixer, beat the egg yolks and sugar continuously until steam starts to rise from the mixture. This step helps to cook the egg yolks and dissolve the sugar, creating a smooth texture. This process usually takes about 20 minutes.
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Chilling the Mixture:
- Once steam begins to rise, remove the bowl from the heat and place it in a larger bowl filled with ice water. This rapid cooling process helps to prevent the eggs from scrambling and stops the cooking process.
- Continue beating the mixture vigorously until it thickens and becomes quite stiff. This step ensures that the dessert has a creamy and smooth consistency.
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Incorporating Bisque Crumbs:
- Gently fold in the bisque crumbs into the egg yolk mixture until evenly combined. The bisque crumbs add a subtle almond flavor and texture to the dessert, enhancing its overall taste.
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Molding the Dessert:
- Line a 2-quart brick or melon mold thinly with frozen apricots. The frozen apricots not only act as a decorative element but also add a refreshing fruity flavor to the dessert.
- Carefully pour the prepared egg yolk mixture into the mold, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Avoid overfilling the mold, as the mixture may shrink slightly during the chilling process.
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Chilling and Setting:
- Place the filled mold in a larger container filled with ice and salt. The ice and salt create a freezing environment that helps to set the dessert.
- Allow the dessert to chill in the ice-salt mixture for approximately two hours. This chilling time allows the dessert to set completely and develop its flavors.
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Serving:
- Once chilled, carefully unmold the Bisque Tortoni onto a serving platter.
- Garnish with additional bisque crumbs or fresh fruit if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, decadent goodness of Bisque Tortoni!
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Bisque Tortoni, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With its rich flavor and creamy texture, this European treat will surely become a favorite among family and friends. Whether enjoyed as a weeknight indulgence or served at special gatherings, this Bisque Tortoni recipe is sure to impress!
