Cranberry Kissel
Indulge in the vibrant, tangy sweetness of homemade cranberry kissel, a traditional Eastern European dessert that’s as versatile as it is delightful. This luscious, silky treat features a base of fresh cranberries simmered to perfection, releasing their bold flavor and vivid color. Sweetened just right and thickened with potato starch (or cornstarch), this fruit-based pudding strikes the perfect balance between refreshingly tart and satisfyingly creamy. Ready in just 30 minutes, cranberry kissel can be served warm for cozy comfort or chilled for a refreshing finish to any meal. Garnish with whipped cream or fresh berries for an elegant touch, and enjoy a dessert that’s as stunning as it is simple. Perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday indulgence, this quick and easy recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh cranberries
- 150 grams Sugar
- 1 liter Water
- 40 grams Potato starch (or cornstarch)
- 100 milliliters Cold water (for starch slurry)
Instructions
Wash the cranberries thoroughly under cold running water. Remove any stems or spoiled berries.
In a medium pot, combine the cranberries and 1 liter of water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and let the cranberries simmer for about 10 minutes, or until they burst and release their juice.
Strain the cranberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean pot, pressing gently to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids left behind.
Add the sugar to the cranberry juice and stir until dissolved. Adjust the sweetness if necessary, depending on your taste preferences.
In a small bowl, mix the potato starch (or cornstarch) with 100 milliliters of cold water to create a smooth slurry.
Gradually pour the starch slurry into the simmering cranberry juice, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Increase the heat to medium and continue stirring until the kissel thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Do not let it boil vigorously, as this can weaken the thickening effect.
Remove the kissel from heat and let it cool slightly. Serve warm for a comforting dessert, or refrigerate for a few hours and serve chilled for a refreshing treat.
Optionally, garnish with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
974 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.6 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 171.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 411 mg | 9% | |
*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.
