Bavarian Cream with Fresh Berries Recipe
A classic Bavarian Cream topped with fresh berries, this dessert is rich, creamy, and delightfully fresh. It features a smooth custard base made with milk and cream set with gelatin, then chilled until perfectly set and served with an assortment of sweet, ripe berries for a light and elegant finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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For the Bavarian Cream
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 teaspoons powdered gelatin
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Instructions
- Bloom the Gelatin: Sprinkle powdered gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes to soften and bloom.
- Heat the Milk and Cream: In a saucepan, combine the remaining milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Heat gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Dissolve Gelatin: Remove the pan from heat and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved and smooth.
- Add Flavoring: Stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the cream with a delicate aroma.
- Chill the Cream: Pour the mixture into serving glasses or molds, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the cream is fully set and firm.
- Prepare the Berries: Rinse the berries gently under cold water, pat dry, and if needed, cut larger berries into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble and Serve: Once the Bavarian cream is set, top each serving with the fresh mixed berries. Serve chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, strain the cream mixture before chilling.
- Use fresh, in-season berries for the best flavor and presentation.
- The dessert can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated.
- Substitute powdered gelatin with agar-agar for a vegetarian version.
Keywords: Bavarian Cream, berries dessert, creamy dessert, gelatin dessert, fruit topped dessert
