Molecular Pineapple Dessert Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Prepare the pineapple juice by blending fresh pineapple chunks and straining the juice.
• STEP 2.Mix the pineapple juice with sodium alginate and calcium lactate to create the spherification bath.
• STEP 3.Using a syringe or dropper, drop small droplets of the pineapple juice into the spherification bath and let them sit for a few minutes to form spheres.
• STEP 4.Remove the spheres from the spherification bath and rinse them in water to remove any excess chemicals.
• STEP 5.Serve the pineapple spheres with coconut foam and toasted coconut for a delicious and visually stunning dessert.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use fresh pineapple juice for the best flavor.
• Be careful when handling the spherification bath, as the chemicals can be irritating to the skin.
• Toasted coconut adds a nice crunch to the dessert, but you can also use other toppings like crushed nuts or edible flowers.

Storage and Serving

• This dessert is best served immediately after preparing.
• If you have any leftover pineapple spheres, store them in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• The coconut foam can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.