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Warm Apple Dessert for Cold Nights

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A silky and elegant dessert perfect for a New Year dinner, featuring a creamy gelatin base flavored with vanilla and topped with a warm mixed berry sauce. Minimal effort is required to create this sophisticated treat that is sure to impress guests.

Ingredients

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For the Cream Base

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder
  • 3 tablespoons cold water (to bloom gelatin)

For the Mixed Berry Sauce

  • 1 cup mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Prepare Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over 3 tablespoons of cold water. Let it bloom for about 5 minutes until fully absorbed and spongy.
  2. Heat Cream Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, 1/2 cup sugar, and vanilla extract. Warm the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it is hot but not boiling and the sugar has dissolved.
  3. Incorporate Gelatin: Remove the cream mixture from heat. Stir the bloomed gelatin into the warm cream until it fully dissolves, making sure the mixture is smooth and even.
  4. Chill the Dessert: Pour the cream-gelatin mixture into individual molds or ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the dessert is fully set and firm to the touch.
  5. Prepare Berry Sauce: While the cream base sets, combine the mixed berries, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 tablespoon water in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring gently until the berries soften and release their juices but do not break down completely, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool to just warm.
  6. Serve: Once the cream base is set, unmold the dessert by dipping the molds briefly in warm water and inverting onto serving plates. Spoon the warm mixed berry sauce over or around the dessert and serve immediately chilled with a contrast of warm berries.

Notes

  • Use high-quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.
  • Ensure the cream mixture is warm enough to dissolve gelatin but not boiling to maintain smooth texture.
  • Chilling time may vary depending on mold size but allow at least 4 hours.
  • The berry sauce can be made with fresh or frozen berries.
  • For a firmer dessert, increase gelatin by an additional 1/2 teaspoon.
  • Serve dessert chilled with a slightly warm berry sauce for temperature contrast.

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