Pineapple-Mace Charlotte Recipe

Name: Pineapple-Mace Charlotte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) package soft ladyfingers; 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, chilled, drain and save juice; 2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes unflavored gelatin; 1/2 cup water; 3 egg yolks, save the whites; 2 tablespoons sugar; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon mace; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel, grated; 1 cup heavy cream

Servings: persons

1 (3 ounce) package soft ladyfingers
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, chilled, drain and save juice
2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup water
3 egg yolks, save the whites
2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon mace
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon lemon peel, grated
1 cup heavy cream

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["Line the bottom and long sides of a 9 1/4 X 3"" nonstick loaf pan with a piece of waxed paper, allowing a 1"" overhang on both sides.", "Set aside.", "Drain juice fron crushed pineapple, add enough water to make 1/2 cup of liquid.", "Add the gelatin to pineaplle liquid, let stand to soften.", "Combine egg yolks, 3/4 cup sugar, mace, salt in top of double boiler, blend in milk.", "Cook over hot water until mixture coats a metal spoon, stirring constantly.", "Remove from heat, stir in softened gelatin and lemon peel.", "Chill until partially congealed.", "Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form, add 2 tbs sugar, beat until peaks are stiff but not dry.", "Whip heavy cream until thick.", "Fold pineapple into gelatin mixture.", "Fold in egg whites and whipped cream.", "Turn into prepared springform pan.", "Chill until firm.", "Remove side of pan.", "Turn onto a serving plate.", "Whip 1/2 cup heavy cream until stiff, spread on top of charlotte, sprinkle with mace."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 ounce) package soft ladyfingers, 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, chilled, drain and save juice, 2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes unflavored gelatin, 1/2 cup water, and more.

Yes, Pineapple-Mace Charlotte falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pineapple-Mace Charlotte

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