Fruit Romanoff is a delightful dessert that combines fresh fruit with a luscious whipped cream topping, flavored with a hint of liqueur for an elegant finish. This recipe, perfect for spring and summer, is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly quick, requiring just 15 minutes from start to finish.
Recipe Details:
Name: Fruit Romanoff
Cook Time: Not applicable
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Description: Enjoy this quick and refreshing Fruit Romanoff recipe from lovewithrecipes.com.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Fruit, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Free Of…, Spring, Summer, Less than 15 Minutes, No Cook, Easy
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 1
Calories: 470.2 per serving
Fat Content: 11.6g
Saturated Fat Content: 6.9g
Cholesterol Content: 40.8mg
Sodium Content: 20.9mg
Carbohydrate Content: 91.9g
Fiber Content: 6g
Sugar Content: 15g
Protein Content: 5.2g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 5 cups mixed fresh fruit (choose your favorites like berries, grapes, melons, etc.)
- 4 to 6 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Curacao liqueur (or other orange-flavored liqueur)
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar (for whipping cream)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions:
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Prepare Fruit Mixture:
- Put the mixed fresh fruit into a glass bowl.
- Sprinkle 4 to 6 tablespoons of sugar evenly over the fruit.
- Add the orange juice and Curacao liqueur.
- Toss the fruit lightly to coat evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Whip the Cream:
- While the fruit mixture chills, prepare the whipped cream.
- Chill a medium bowl and beaters for whipping the cream.
- If using a pastry bag for piping, prepare it with a medium star tip.
- Whip the heavy cream with 1 teaspoon of sugar in the chilled bowl using medium-high speed until the cream begins to thicken.
- Add the pure vanilla extract and continue whipping:
- For dollops: Whip until the cream holds its shape like soft yogurt.
- For rosettes: Whip until the cream stands up in soft peaks when you lift the beaters.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Once the fruit has chilled and the whipped cream is ready:
- Spoon the fruit mixture into wine glasses or dessert dishes.
- Top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream using a spoon or pipe the whipped cream in decorative swirls or rosettes using the prepared pastry bag.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of Fruit Romanoff!
This dessert not only looks impressive with its whipped cream swirls but also delights with the freshness of seasonal fruits enhanced by a touch of citrus and liqueur. It’s a perfect choice for a quick, elegant dessert that will surely satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests with minimal effort.
