This spectacular dessert combines layers of sponge cake, strawberry ice cream, and a golden Italian meringue. A show-stopping treat for any special occasion!
📝 Ingredients:
(Serves 8)
For the Sponge Cake:
- 🥚 6 eggs
- 🍬 180 g sugar
- 🌾 180 g flour
For the Italian Meringue:
- 🥚 3 egg whites
- 🍬 180 g sugar
- 💧 5 cl water
For the Filling:
- 🍓 1 liter strawberry ice cream
📋 Directions:
- 🧁 Prepare the Sponge Cake:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together.
- Place the bowl over a double boiler and continue whisking until the mixture reaches 104°F (40°C).
- Remove from the heat and whisk vigorously until the mixture triples in volume and cools.
- Gently fold in the sifted flour using a spatula.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured rectangular mold (40 x 25 cm).
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 20–30 minutes. Let cool completely, then cut out one 8-inch (20 cm) and one 6-inch (15 cm) diameter circle.
- 🍓 Assemble the Bombe:
- Allow the strawberry ice cream to soften slightly for easier handling.
- Line a 2-liter bowl with plastic wrap. Spread half the ice cream evenly in the bowl.
- Place the smaller sponge circle on top, pressing gently.
- Add the remaining ice cream, smoothing the surface, and top with the larger sponge circle.
- Cover with plastic wrap and freeze until firm.
- 🍬 Make the Italian Meringue:
- Heat the sugar and water in a saucepan until the syrup reaches 212°F (100°C).
- Begin whisking the egg whites to soft peaks.
- When the syrup reaches 250°F (121°C), slowly pour it over the egg whites in a thin stream while continuing to whisk. Whisk until stiff, glossy peaks form and the meringue cools.
- 🔥 Decorate and Finish:
- Remove the bombe from the freezer and invert onto a chilled serving platter. Remove the plastic wrap.
- Generously spread the Italian meringue over the bombe, covering it completely.
- Use a kitchen torch or briefly place it under a very hot grill to brown the meringue.
- 🍓 Serve and Enjoy:
- Garnish with fresh red berries and serve immediately for a stunning and delicious dessert!
📊 Nutritional Information:
- ⏰ Prep Time: 45 minutes
- 🔥 Baking Time: 25 minutes
- ❄️ Freezing Time: 2 hours
- ⏳ Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- 🍽️ Servings: 8
- 🔥 Calories: High
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