"Originally called omelette à la neige (snow omelet) in reference to thefluffy snow-like appearance of the meringue, île flottante (floating island)has a lengthy history that dates back to the seventeenth century. (It issaid to have been a favorite dessert of the French royal court during thereign of King Louis XIV.) The beloved dessert can now be found in manyculinary traditions worldwide. The Austrians know it"
"have been a favorite dessert of the French royal court during thereign of King Louis XIV.) The beloved dessert can now be found in manyculinary traditions worldwide. The Austrians know it as Schneenockerln(snow dumplings) and the Italians as uova di neve (snow eggs).Whatever you call it, this classic dessert of poached meringues in custardholds a special place in our hearts, especially after enjoying it duringharvest in the Mâconnais."
Île flottante, originally called omelette à la neige for the meringue's fluffy, snow-like appearance, dates back to the seventeenth century. It was reportedly a favorite of the French royal court during the reign of King Louis XIV. The dessert consists of poached meringues served in a custard. Variants appear across culinary traditions, known in Austria as Schneenockerln and in Italy as uova di neve. The pale, billowy meringues float atop a silky custard, creating a pleasing contrast of textures and a light, elegant finish. The dessert remains beloved, especially when enjoyed after the harvest in the Mâconnais.
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