Vanilla Creams with Strawberries in Cassis

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Vanilla Creams with Strawberries in Cassis
45 min.
6
243kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that embodies the essence of summer with our Vanilla Creams with Strawberries in Cassis. This elegant yet simple dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a refreshing snack. With its rich combination of creamy textures and the vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries, you'll find yourself returning to this recipe time and time again.

The base of this dessert features a luxurious blend of fromage blanc and plain whole-milk yogurt, infused with the exotic notes of a split vanilla bean. Whipping the egg whites to soft peaks adds an airiness that elevates the creamy concoction, making each spoonful a heavenly experience. As if that weren't enough, the addition of crème de cassis enhances the strawberries, making them the star of the show. Tossed with a sprinkle of sugar, these berries seep their sweet juices, creating a luscious topping that contrasts beautifully with the lightness of the cream.

Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, this dessert not only caters to diverse dietary preferences but also ensures everyone can enjoy its delightful flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes (though we recommend chilling overnight for maximum flavor), this Vanilla Creams with Strawberries in Cassis recipe is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Dive into this culinary treat that embodies freshness and indulgence in every bite!

Ingredients

  • servings brown sugar 
  • tablespoons creme de cassis (black-currant liqueur)
  • large egg whites 
  • 1.8 cups lillet blanc 
  • 1.5 cups yogurt plain
  • cups strawberries hulled halved
  • tablespoons caster sugar divided
  •  vanilla pod split

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • kitchen towels
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Place 2 sieves over bowls; line sieves with cheesecloth or damp kitchen towel. Spoon yogurt into 1 sieve; spoon fromage blanc into second sieve. Cover; chill overnight. Scrape drained yogurt and fromage blanc into large bowl; whisk to combine. Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean. Gently mix in 3 tablespoons sugar and lemon peel.
  2. Whisk egg white in medium bowl until peaks form. Gently fold egg white into cheese mixture. Divide among 6 small bowls. Cover; chill at least 8 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  3. Toss berries, 2 tablespoons sugar, and cassis in large bowl.
  4. Let stand until berries release juices, stirring occasionally, at least30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
  5. Sift or sprinkle brown sugar evenly over each dessert. Spoon berries and juices over.
  6. * A soft, fresh cream cheese; available in the refrigerated section of many supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.
  7. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories243kcal
Protein11.72%
Fat3.41%
Carbs84.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.35
Glycemic Load
9.71
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.004782557487%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.02mg
Petunidin
0.13mg
Delphinidin
0.37mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
29.82mg
Peonidin
0.06mg
Catechin
3.73mg
Epigallocatechin
0.94mg
Epicatechin
0.5mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.18mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg
Naringenin
0.31mg
Kaempferol
0.6mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.33mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:243.26kcal
12.16%
Fat:0.64g
0.98%
Saturated Fat:0.09g
0.56%
Carbohydrates:35.61g
11.87%
Net Carbohydrates:33.21g
12.08%
Sugar:31.05g
34.5%
Cholesterol:1.23mg
0.41%
Sodium:59.3mg
2.58%
Alcohol:11.7g
100%
Alcohol %:5.39%
100%
Protein:4.92g
9.84%
Vitamin C:71.11mg
86.2%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.52%
Calcium:145.14mg
14.51%
Phosphorus:125.95mg
12.59%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.52%
Potassium:354.32mg
10.12%
Fiber:2.4g
9.6%
Folate:36.41µg
9.1%
Magnesium:28.25mg
7.06%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.31%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.58%
Selenium:3.89µg
5.56%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.13%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.54%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.89%
Copper:0.07mg
3.55%
Iron:0.59mg
3.26%
Vitamin B3:0.55mg
2.75%
Vitamin K:2.76µg
2.63%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.32%
Source:Epicurious