Gratin of Oranges
Elevate your dessert game with this luscious Gratin of Oranges—a light and elegant treat that perfectly balances creamy richness with bright citrus flavors. This recipe combines silky custard, made from velvety egg yolks, warm vanilla, and gently simmered heavy cream, poured over juicy orange slices arranged in delicate layers. The dish is finished under the broiler, creating a golden, caramelized topping that adds a delightful touch of sweetness and texture. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy dessert is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a refined treat any day of the week. Serve warm or at room temperature, dusted with powdered sugar, for a showstopping finale to your meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large oranges
- 2 large egg yolks
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 150 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and set the broiler to high if available.
Peel the oranges and remove all the white pith. Slice the oranges into thin, round slices and arrange them in a single layer in shallow, oven-safe gratin dishes or ramekins.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy.
Pour the heavy cream into a small saucepan and heat it gently over medium-low heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Remove the cream from the heat and slowly whisk it into the egg yolk mixture, adding a little at a time to prevent scrambling the eggs.
Add the vanilla extract to the mixture and stir to combine.
Spoon the cream mixture evenly over the orange slices in the gratin dishes, ensuring they are covered but not submerged completely.
Place the gratin dishes on a baking sheet and broil them in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the tops start to caramelize and turn golden brown.
Remove the dishes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly for 2 to 3 minutes.
Dust the tops with powdered sugar and serve warm or at room temperature for a light and delightful dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.1 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.3 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 519 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.0 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 128.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1268 mg | 27% | |
*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.
