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This recipe for berries and cream is a copycat of a Ruth Chris recipe and is truly amazing. It will satisfy your sweet tooth but is also light and delicious. Top with fresh strawberry, blueberry, blackberry or raspberry it is sheer perfection.
What a luxurious dessert! It is very rich and creamy and silky smooth.This delicious dessert is topped with juicy berries.
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The recipe for berries and cream is a bowl full of summer. Every summer I love to use fresh berries to create a fabulous finally with very little prep time.
Also, if you a craving something sweet but also light then you can whip up this treat in your spare time and create a really amazing treat that will wow your guests.
If you’re looking for more summer recipes, try these Jello Strawberry Pie , Peach Cobbler Cookies and Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes. We’re also loving this Flan – it’s seriously luscious.
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Why We Love This Recipe for Sweet Cream
If you love fun, light and fruity treat then this is the perfect dessert for your next romantic date night or summer party.
- 30 Minutes: Quick and easy, light and creamy, with tart fruit in no time at all.
- Easy Ingredients: It takes only a few simple and basic ingredients.
- Family Friendly: Everyone will love this tempting summer treat.
- Adaptable: Can make this dish with any fruit you have available.
Ingredient Notes for the Luscious Fresh Berries Brunch Treat
- Heavy Cream: You will need one cup of cold heavy whipped cream.
- Sugar: White sugar
- Egg Yolks: Four egg yolks add richness to the custard.
- Vanilla Extract: A good quality vanilla extract to really enhance the flavor.
- Berries: Fresh fruit, blueberry, strawberry, blackberry or raspberries.
See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for Tasty Delicious Creamy Custard
You and your family or guests will adore the amazing texture of this easy dessert. Even though it is elegant enough to be in BON APPÉTIT. You will be the star chef and people will rave it is one of the best desserts that they ever had.
- Berries: Any variety of berries you enjoy Or you can use other fresh fruit.
- Toppings: Fresh herbs or even whipping cream.
If you love Ruth Chris copycat recipes, try this Ruth’s Chris Copycat Sweet Potato Casserole.
How to Make Berries and Cream Dessert Recipe
Using a whisk, this Recipe for Berries and Cream treat will be quick and easy to make in no time at all.
These are the basic steps for makingCopycat Ruth Chris Recipe.Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions and nutritional information including fiber and carbohydrates.
Step 1: On the Stove
First, place cream and 1 tablespoon of sugar in asaucepanon the stove. Mix well and heat until it starts to boil. (Be careful so that the cream will not boil over.)
Step 2: EGGS
Meanwhile, crack eggs to separate yolks from whites. Then in a medium bowl, combine egg yolks and 2 tablespoons of sugar until well blended and sugar is dissolved. Add a few spoonfuls of simmering cream to the egg mixture andwhisk. Repeat this step one more time.
Step 3: PASTRY CUSTARD
Next, add remaining cream and vanilla to egg mixture. Make a double boiler and place mixture on top. Then cook for 8 – 12 minutes, until sauce thickens and coats the back of the spatula, stirring constantly. Use the spatula to pull the sauce away from the sides and fold it back into the center of the bowl.
Step 4: STRAIN
Finally, when thickened, pass through a fine mesh sieve into a container. Immediately place the container into an ice bath. Once cooled, refrigerate. Lastly, spoon evenly on the fresh fruit when ready to serve.
Recipe FAQs this Delicious Fruit Summertime Dessert
Yes you can use a rich vanilla bean to infuse the vanilla flavor.
Of course, you can use any fresh ripe fruit that you enjoy and enjoy the taste of.
Indeed it is an easy to double or half this recipe with summertime treat.
Yes, you can make this tasty and fruity dessert in the morning and chill in the fridge until ready.
Of course, the blender will make a light and airy custard. Whip until soft peaks form. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Expert Tips for Making This Berries with Vanilla Cream Recipe
- Simplicity: The best confections have an amazing blend of sweetness and tartness making the perfect summer treat. Therefore use what you have on hand to make it simple.
- Add Whipped Cream: A dollop of whipping cream on the fresh raspberries and pudding.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with a smattering of fresh mint leaves to finish this Recipe for Berries and Cream.
What to Serve with Berries and Cream (Copycat Ruth Chris Recipe)
- No Bake Strawberry Cheesecakes
- Strawberry Jello Shots
- Moonshine Cherries
5 from 16 votes
Berries and Cream (Copycat Ruth Chris Recipe)
Yield: 2 servings
Prep: 15 minutes minutes
Total: 15 minutes minutes
This berries and cream recipe is a copycat of Ruth Chris recipe is truly amazing. It will satisfy your sweet tooth but is also light and delicious. Top with fresh strawberry, blueberry, blackberry or raspberry it is sheer perfection.
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Equipment
Fine Mesh Strainer
Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 4 Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
US Customary – Metric
Instructions
Place cream and 1 tbsp of sugar in a saucepan on the stove. Mix well and heat until it starts to boil. (Be careful so that cream will not boil over.)
Crack eggs to separate yolks from whites. In a medium bowl, mix egg yolks and 2 tbsp of sugar until well blended and sugar is dissolved.
Add a few spoonfuls of simmering cream to egg mixture and whisk. Repeat this step one more time.
Add remaining cream and vanilla to egg mixture. Make a double boiler and place mixture on top. Cook for 8 – 12 minutes, until sauce thickens and coats the back of the spatula, stirring constantly.
Use the spatula to pull the sauce away from the sides and fold it back into the center of the bowl.
When thickened, pass through a fine mesh sieve into a container. Immediately place container into an ice bath. Once cooled, store in the refrigerator.
Expert Tips
- Simplicity: The best confections have an amazing blend of sweet and tartness making the perfect summer treat. Therefore use what you have on hand to make it simple.
- Add Whipped Cream: A dollop of whipping cream on the fresh raspberries and pudding.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with a smattering of fresh mint leaves.
Estimated Nutritional Information
Calories: 596kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 523mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 156mg | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 2268IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 1mg
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Author: Christina Hitchco*ck
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American