Charlotte Russe(Basic Recipe)
Charlotte Russe is a classic, elegant dessert featuring a delicate mousse-like filling layered with ladyfingers. Its creamy vanilla flavor and light texture make it perfect for special occasions or sophisticated gatherings, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and richness that appeals to a variety of palates.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a double boiler, beat the egg yolks and add 2 tablespoons sugar gradually while beating.
- Add salt and scalded milk.
- Cook over hot water until mixture coats the spoon, stirring constantly.
- Soften gelatin in cold water; add to hot custard and stir until dissolved.
- Cool slightly.
- Beat egg whites stiff; fold into the custard.
- Whip the heavy cream; add remaining 3 tablespoons sugar and vanilla extract. Fold into the mixture.
- Line sherbet glasses or a spring-form mold with ladyfingers and fill with the custard.
- Chill until firm.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
747
kcal
37% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).