Tropical Fruit Gratin
Indulge in a taste of paradise with this irresistible Tropical Fruit Gratin! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of pineapple, mango, banana, and passion fruit, this dessert pairs luscious tropical fruits with a velvety custard topping made from heavy cream, egg yolks, and a touch of vanilla. The crown jewel of this dish is the golden caramelized brown sugar crust, achieved with a kitchen torch for that satisfying crunch. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy yet elegant dessert is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a warm and indulgent tropical escape. Garnished with fresh mint, it’s a showstopper that serves up sunshine in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (peeled, cored, and cut into chunks) Pineapple
- 2 medium-sized (peeled and diced) Mango
- 2 medium (sliced) Banana
- 4 whole (pulp removed) Passion fruit
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons (for caramelizing) Brown sugar
- 5 optional (for garnish) Mint leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Prepare the tropical fruits: Peel and cut the pineapple and mango into bite-sized chunks, slice the bananas, and scoop out the passion fruit pulp.
Distribute the prepared fruits evenly in an oven-safe baking dish or individual ramekins.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the cream mixture evenly over the fruit in the baking dish(es), ensuring it lightly coats the top layer.
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes or until the cream mixture is just set and heated through.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle an even layer of brown sugar over the top of the gratin.
Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the brown sugar until it forms a golden, crispy layer. If you don’t have a torch, you can place the dish under the broiler for 1–2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Allow the gratin to cool for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve warm for a tropical treat with a creamy topping and caramelized finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 738 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.8 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 236.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2322 mg | 49% | |
*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.
