Description
Creamy lemon syllabub whisks British dessert magic into delightful spoonfuls of citrus-kissed elegance. Silky layers blend zesty lemons with whipped cream, promising sweet satisfaction that transports dessert enthusiasts straight to classic English culinary charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) white sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) white wine
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Garnish:
- 6 thin slices of lemon
- 6 sprigs of fresh mint
Instructions
- Chill a glass or metal mixing bowl in the refrigerator before beginning the preparation.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the cream and sugar together until the mixture develops a soft, billowing texture.
- Slowly incorporate the wine, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and delicate lemon zest into the cream mixture.
- Continue beating until the syllabub transforms into a light, airy consistency with no visible graininess.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set.
- Select chilled parfait glasses for serving to maintain the dessert’s cool temperature.
- Carefully spoon the chilled syllabub into each prepared glass, creating elegant swoops and peaks.
- Enhance the presentation by adorning each serving with a vibrant lemon slice and a delicate, fresh mint sprig.
- Serve immediately to preserve the syllabub’s ethereal, cloud-like texture and bright citrus notes.
Notes
- Chill your mixing bowl and whisk beforehand to help the cream whip faster and achieve a fluffier texture.
- Use fresh, high-quality lemons for the most vibrant and zesty flavor profile in your syllabub.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace white wine with additional lemon juice or a splash of elderflower cordial to maintain the delicate citrus notes.
- Create a gluten-free and vegan alternative by using coconut cream and plant-based sugar, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 181 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 16 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8.9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 1.3 g
- Cholesterol: 54 mg