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Strawberry and Basil Entremet

Recipe by Chef Sylvain - Vive la pâtisserie !

A fresh and elegant entremet combining the sweetness of strawberries with the freshness of basil. Two ladyfinger bases, a basil whipped cream, a strawberry mousse set with gelatin and a neutral glaze tinted green, decorated with fresh strawberries and basil leaves.

HardFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
2h 2m
Prep
1h 20m
Cook
24m
Cleanup
3h 46m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$19.40
Per serving:$2.43

Critical Success Points

  • Prepare the strawberry syrup
  • Baking and precise cutting of the ladyfingers
  • Infusion and cooling of the basil cream
  • Complete dissolution of gelatin in the strawberry purée
  • Making the Italian meringue (syrup temperature)
  • Layer assembly and intermediate freezing
  • Glazing and caramelizing the surface

Safety Warnings

  • The boiling syrup reaches 100 °C – handle with care.
  • The syrup for the meringue reaches 115 °C – avoid burns.
  • Use the torch in a well‑ventilated area and away from flammable materials.

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