Frozen Meyer Lemon Cream with Blackberry Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Frozen Meyer Lemon Cream with Blackberry Sauce
45 min.
6
250kcal

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Indulge in the bright, zesty delight of our Frozen Meyer Lemon Cream with Blackberry Sauce—a perfect dessert for any occasion that is both vegetarian and gluten-free! This luxurious treat combines the refreshing tang of Meyer lemons with the rich, creamy texture of whipped cream, offering a taste sensation that will transport you straight to a sunlit orchard.

Imagine a smooth, fluffy lemon cream that melts in your mouth, paired with a vibrant berry sauce that adds the perfect touch of sweetness. The marriage of flavors is simply irresistible! The use of Meyer lemons, with their unique blend of sweetness and tartness, elevates this dessert to gourmet status, while the blackberries provide a stunning contrast in color and flavor.

Not only is this dessert a feast for the taste buds, but it's also visually stunning, making it a showstopper for dinner parties or special celebrations. With just a little preparation time of around 45 minutes, and the patience for a few hours of freezing, you’ll have a delightful dish ready to impress your guests. Each serving is a moderately light yet satisfying indulgence at just 250 calories, so you can enjoy every bite without any guilt.

Whether served as a side dish or a refreshing dessert, this Frozen Meyer Lemon Cream with Blackberry Sauce is sure to be a hit. Dive into this delightful recipe and savor the sweet taste of sunshine!

Ingredients

  • cup blackberries unsweetened frozen thawed
  • tablespoon plus light
  • large egg yolks 
  • cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 1.8 teaspoons meyer lemon peel divided finely grated
  • tablespoons strained meyer lemon juice fresh
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Whisk 1/2 cup sugar, 5 tablespoons lemon juice, egg yolks, and corn syrup in small metal bowl to blend. Set bowl over saucepan of boiling water; whisk until mixture is thick and fluffy and thermometer inserted into mixture registers 180°F, about 3 minutes.
  2. Place bowl with yolk mixture over larger bowl filled with ice and water until mixture is cool, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, using electric mixer, beat cream, 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon peel, and 1 tablespoon sugar in medium bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold cooled yolk mixture into cream in 3 additions. Cover and freeze until firm, about 4 hours.
  4. Mix berries and any accumulated juices, remaining 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon lemon peel in small bowl; let stand 10 minutes. Coarsely mash half of berries in bowl to thicken juices. Scoop lemon cream into small bowls. Top each with 1 rounded tablespoon berry sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories250kcal
Protein4.43%
Fat58.29%
Carbs37.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.27
Glycemic Load
12.45
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.2843478555265%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
23.99mg
Pelargonidin
0.11mg
Peonidin
0.05mg
Catechin
8.89mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
1.12mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Eriodictyol
0.92mg
Hesperetin
2.21mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:250.27kcal
12.51%
Fat:16.78g
25.82%
Saturated Fat:9.94g
62.15%
Carbohydrates:24.15g
8.05%
Net Carbohydrates:22.8g
8.29%
Sugar:22.18g
24.64%
Cholesterol:136.62mg
45.54%
Sodium:17.62mg
0.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.87g
5.74%
Vitamin A:758.1IU
15.16%
Vitamin C:10.88mg
13.18%
Selenium:6.19µg
8.84%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.14%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.71%
Vitamin D:1.09µg
7.29%
Phosphorus:62.67mg
6.27%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.91%
Vitamin K:6.08µg
5.79%
Folate:22.65µg
5.66%
Fiber:1.35g
5.4%
Calcium:45.87mg
4.59%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.41%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.82%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.95%
Potassium:101.06mg
2.89%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.89%
Copper:0.05mg
2.71%
Iron:0.45mg
2.49%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.23%
Magnesium:8.9mg
2.23%
Source:Epicurious