Still Frozen Desserts Flashcards
What is a still frozen dessert?
A frozen dessert in which air is incorporated prior to freezing, by mixing in whipped cream, whipped egg whites, or both.
True or False - Still frozen desserts require gelatin or other stabilizers.
False - Still frozen desserts are stabilized through the freezing process therefore they do not depend as much on gelatin and other stabilizers.
What are 3 examples of still frozen desserts?
~ Bombes
~ Frozen Souffle
~ Frozen Mousses
What effect do alcohol and sugar have on frozen desserts?
Alcohol and sugar lower the freezing point considerably.
How can you fix a liqueur-flavored still frozen dessert that will not freeze?
Add more whipped cream!
What is a Parfait?
Usually refers to an ice cream dessert consisting of layers of ice cream and toppings in a tall thin glass
What 3 elements does a parfait consist of?
~ A thick, sweet egg yolk foam
~ Whipped cream
~ Flavourings
What is the traditional ratio of egg yolk foam to whipped cream in a parfait?
1:1
What is a Bombe?
A still frozen dessert created by lining a chilled mold with a layer of ice cream or sherbet filled with a bombe mixture of compatible flavour. Usually in the shape of a semi-sphere.
Bombe mixture is similar to what other sauce?
A Sabayon but with added whipped cream.
Egg yolks add _____ and _____ to bombe mix.
Richness , colour
Why is a dome the traditional shape for a bombe?
The dome shape prevents the dessert from melting too quickly.
What is the Turkish Ice Cream that never melts called?
Dondurma
What are the ingredients of Dondurma?
~ Milk - specifically goat milk
~ Sugar
~ Salep
What classic dessert consists of vanilla ice cream, poached peach half, and raspberry sauce?
Peach Melba
Where did cassata originate?
Sicily, Italy
Which famous Chef invented both Peach Melba and Pear Belle Helene?
Escoffier
What are the traditional components of Pear Belle Helene?
~ Vanilla Ice Cream/Custard Sauce (Creme Anglaise)
~ Poached Pear
~ Chocolate Sauce
What classic still frozen dessert consists of Vanilla Ice Cream covered in torched Italian meringue?
Baked Alaska
What are the components of Cassata?
~ Ice Cream
~ Candied Fruits
~ Nuts
Sugar and Alcohol _______ the freezing point in frozen desserts.
Increase
