Rote Grtze German Mixed Berry Pudding
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of summer with Rote Grütze, a classic German mixed berry pudding that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. This traditional dessert combines an array of juicy berries—like strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and red currants—gently simmered with a touch of sugar, lemon juice, and optional vanilla sugar to create a wonderfully tangy-sweet fruit compote. Thickened to a luscious, pudding-like consistency with cornstarch and infused with the natural sweetness of fruit juice, this no-fuss recipe is ready in just 20 minutes. Serve warm or chilled, topped with fresh mint leaves, a dollop of whipped cream, or rich vanilla sauce for an elegant finish. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light and refreshing weeknight treat, this German-inspired dessert ticks all the boxes for a fruity, crowd-pleasing dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Mixed berries (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and red currants)
- 75 grams Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 250 milliliters Water or fruit juice (e.g., red currant or apple juice)
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla sugar (optional)
- 1 sprig Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and prepare the berries. If using strawberries, hull and slice them. Leave smaller berries whole.
Add the mixed berries to a medium saucepan over medium heat, along with 200 milliliters of water or fruit juice, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla sugar (if using).
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to help dissolve the sugar.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the remaining 50 milliliters of cold water or fruit juice to create a smooth slurry.
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering berries while stirring continuously. Allow the mixture to cook for 1–2 minutes, or until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the Rote Grütze cool to room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Serve the pudding either warm or chilled in individual bowls or glasses. Optionally, garnish with fresh mint leaves and pair with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
829 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.4 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.5 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 153.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1140 mg | 24% | |
*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.
