Mascerated Berries with Vanilla Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Mascerated Berries with Vanilla Cream
45 min.
6
276kcal

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Indulge in a delightful treat that perfectly balances freshness and creaminess with our Mascerated Berries with Vanilla Cream. This colorful side dish features an irresistible blend of fresh mixed berries, beautifully enhanced by the natural sweetness of orange juice and the creamy texture of a homemade vanilla-infused cream. Perfect as a light dessert or an elegant accompaniment to your favorite dishes, this recipe is bound to impress your family and friends.

Not only is this dish vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences, but it also brings a burst of flavor and vibrant colors to your table. The preparation requires minimal time, allowing the berries to soak up all the lovely flavors while you whip up the luscious vanilla cream. With a total time of just 45 minutes to bring this dish to life, it’s an excellent choice for celebrations or casual gatherings.

Imagine serving this stunning dish at your next brunch or dinner party, where guests can relish the juicy, sweet berries complemented by the rich, fluffy cream. Each spoonful provides a satisfying taste of summer, even in the cooler months. So gather your fresh berries and prepare for a treat that’s not only delicious but also as inviting as a sunlit picnic!

Ingredients

  • cups berries mixed fresh divided (scant 2 pounds)
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 0.3 cup orange juice fresh
  • 0.3 cup cream sour
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  •  vanilla extract halved lengthwise

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • potato masher
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Using a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon, mash 1 cup berries with sugar and orange juice in a large bowl until sugar begins to dissolve. Gently stir in remaining 5 cups berries; let sit at room temperature, tossing occasionally, until berries are juicy, 1–2 hours.
  2. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into a medium bowl.
  3. Add chilled cream, sour cream, and sugar. Using a whisk or electric mixer, beat until soft peaks form. DO AHEAD: Cream can be made 30 minutes ahead. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories276kcal
Protein2.99%
Fat55.5%
Carbs41.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.35
Glycemic Load
6.37
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.6695652681848%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
6.76mg
Petunidin
28.15mg
Delphinidin
33.46mg
Malvidin
76.96mg
Pelargonidin
0.03mg
Peonidin
0.73mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
1.23mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
2.79mg
Kaempferol
1.71mg
Myricetin
2.73mg
Quercetin
7.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:276.43kcal
13.82%
Fat:17.84g
27.44%
Saturated Fat:10.5g
65.62%
Carbohydrates:30.02g
10.01%
Net Carbohydrates:25.82g
9.39%
Sugar:23.9g
26.55%
Cholesterol:52.36mg
17.45%
Sodium:16.42mg
0.71%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.03%
100%
Protein:2.16g
4.32%
Vitamin K:26.89µg
25.61%
Fiber:4.21g
16.82%
Vitamin A:754.67IU
15.09%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.59%
Vitamin C:9.39mg
11.39%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.31%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.74%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.74%
Calcium:52.72mg
5.27%
Phosphorus:51.53mg
5.15%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.63%
Potassium:158.44mg
4.53%
Vitamin B3:0.89mg
4.43%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.23%
Folate:16.3µg
4.08%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.58%
Magnesium:12.96mg
3.24%
Copper:0.06mg
3.15%
Selenium:1.88µg
2.68%
Iron:0.35mg
1.96%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.68%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.5%
Source:Epicurious