Description
Creamy vanilla custard fruit slices bring Mediterranean summer sweetness to classic dessert tables. Delicate pastry layers, fresh seasonal fruits, and silky custard create an irresistible combination you cannot resist savoring.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh mixed fruit (such as berries, mango, and kiwi)
- 1 large egg yolks
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
Custard and Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Garnish:
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Combine milk, cream, sugar, and salt in a saucepan, heating gently over medium temperature until warm but not bubbling, stirring consistently to prevent scorching.
- Separately, whisk egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla extract until achieving a silky, uniform consistency without lumps.
- Carefully stream a small portion of warm milk mixture into egg mixture, whisking vigorously to gradually equalize temperatures and prevent egg curdling.
- Transfer entire egg mixture back into saucepan, reducing heat to low and continuously whisking for 5-7 minutes until custard transforms into a thick, velvety texture.
- Immediately remove from heat, allowing custard to cool naturally at room temperature while stirring periodically to maintain smooth consistency.
- Layer fresh mixed fruits in serving vessels, creating an attractive base for the custard.
- Gently spoon cooled custard over fruit layers, ensuring even distribution and aesthetic presentation.
- Refrigerate dessert for minimum 2 hours, enabling custard to set and flavors to meld harmoniously.
- Prior to serving, garnish with delicate fresh mint leaves for an elegant, aromatic finishing touch.
Notes
- Tempering eggs is crucial to prevent scrambling, so pour hot milk slowly while whisking constantly.
- Use fresh, ripe fruits like strawberries, peaches, or mixed berries for maximum flavor and vibrant colors.
- For a lighter version, substitute whole milk with low-fat milk and use half the sugar amount.
- Consider making the custard a day ahead to enhance flavor development and save preparation time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg