Rote Grutze Red Fruit Jelly
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with Rote Grütze, a traditional German Red Fruit Jelly bursting with the richness of strawberries, raspberries, cherries, and red currants. This quick and easy dessert, ready in just 30 minutes, combines fresh fruit, a touch of lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness to create a luscious, naturally fruity treat. Thickened to silky perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry, Rote Grütze serves as an elegant yet effortless finale to any meal. Served chilled, it pairs beautifully with creamy vanilla sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream, making it a versatile and refreshing indulgence. Perfect for showcasing seasonal berries, this dazzling dessert is a must-try for lovers of light, fruity creations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Strawberries
- 150 grams Raspberries
- 150 grams Cherries (pitted)
- 100 grams Red currants
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 20 grams Cornstarch
- 50 milliliters Cold water
- 2 tablespoons Juice of 1 lemon
- 100 milliliters Water (for cooking the fruit)
Instructions
Wash and prepare all the fruits. Hull the strawberries and cut them into quarters if large. Remove the stems from the currants, and ensure the cherries are pitted.
In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries, raspberries, cherries, red currants, and 100 milliliters of water. Add the sugar and lemon juice.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the fruits soften and release their juices.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the 50 milliliters of cold water to create a smooth slurry.
Gradually pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering fruit mixture while stirring continuously. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens to a jelly-like consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the Rote Grütze cool slightly. Transfer the mixture into a serving dish or individual dessert bowls.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled and set.
Serve Rote Grütze with vanilla sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream. Optionally, garnish with whole berries or a sprig of fresh mint.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.2 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1077 mg | 23% | |
*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.
