Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Zester or grater
- Serving glasses or bowls
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream and granulated sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the orange juice, orange liqueur, white wine, orange zest, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Gently fold the orange mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined.
4. Spoon the mixture into serving glasses or bowls.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: None (chilling time of at least 2 hours)
Temperature:
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Serving size:
- Makes 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 305
- Total fat: 22g
- Saturated fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 82mg
- Sodium: 155mg
- Total carbohydrates: 23g
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 22g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Orange liqueur can be substituted with another citrus-flavored liqueur or omitted altogether.
- White wine can be substituted with a dry white wine or omitted altogether.
Variations:
- Lemon Syllabub: Substitute lemon juice, zest, and liqueur for the orange ingredients.
- Raspberry Syllabub: Substitute raspberry liqueur and fresh raspberries for the orange ingredients.
- Chocolate Syllabub: Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder to the whipped cream mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to beat the heavy cream and sugar until stiff peaks form for the best texture.
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Chill the serving glasses or bowls before filling with the mixture for an extra cool dessert.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover syllabub in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- This dessert is best served chilled and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in clear glasses or bowls to show off the layers of whipped cream and orange mixture.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a slice of orange.
Pairings:
- Serve with a light dessert, such as fresh fruit or shortbread cookies.
Suggested side dishes:
- This dessert is best served on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too runny, try whipping the heavy cream and sugar for a few more minutes until stiff peaks form.
Food safety advice:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients and store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Food history:
- Syllabub is a traditional English dessert that dates back to the 16th century.
Flavor profiles:
- This dessert is sweet and citrusy with a hint of nutmeg.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a light and refreshing dessert after a heavy meal.
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Region: English
Taste: Citrusy, Sweet, Creamy, Tangy, Refreshing