Caravella Cream
Indulge in the luscious elegance of Caravella Cream, a silky, citrus-infused custard that perfectly balances creamy decadence with vibrant lemon brightness. This dessert combines the zest and juice of fresh lemons with velvety heavy cream, sweetened just right with granulated sugar, and thickened to perfection with egg yolks and a touch of cornstarch. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla, this simple yet sophisticated treat is cooked gently to achieve its smooth, creamy texture. Served chilled, Caravella Cream makes an irresistible finale to any meal, especially when garnished with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of crushed cookies. With just 15 minutes of preparation time and a foolproof stovetop method, this dessert is a showstopper that’s surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for dinner parties or quiet evenings, Caravella Cream is a celebration of lemony bliss in every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 60 milliliters Lemon juice
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 250 milliliters Heavy cream
- 3 Egg yolks
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and lemon zest until the mixture is pale and creamy.
Gradually add the heavy cream and lemon juice to the egg mixture, whisking continuously to combine.
Set the saucepan over low-medium heat and cook the mixture while stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula. Ensure it does not boil.
Once the mixture begins to thicken, approximately 8-10 minutes later, stir the cornstarch slurry into the cream.
Continue to stir for another 2-3 minutes, until the cream becomes smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps or zest pieces.
Divide the cream evenly into 4 small serving dishes or ramekins.
Let it cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and set.
Serve the Caravella Cream topped with fresh berries, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprinkle of crushed cookies for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.0 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.8 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 804 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 109 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.9 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 102.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 135 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
