Germany Rote Grütze mit Vanillesoße (Berry Pudding)
Rote Grütze mit Vanillesoße is a delectable summertime treat in Germany. A shimmering red pudding made with berries, rote Grütze is served with a light vanilla sauce similar to custard (vanilla ice cream works nicely too). Use fresh, in-season berries for the most intense fruit flavor. Recipe Servings: Serves 4
Prep Time
5 minutes
+ 8 hours resting
+ 8 hours resting
Cook Time
1 minute
Total Time
8 hours 6 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
Red berry pudding:- 4 cups (600 g) fresh red berries and cherries (excluding strawberries)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) red wine
- 4 Tbsp (60 ml) sugar
- 1-in cinnamon stick
- 2 Tbsp (15 g) cornstarch
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) water
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 2 egg yolks
- 4 Tbsp (50 g) sugar
- 1/4 tsp (1.5 g) salt
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
Directions
- Pudding:
- Bring berries, wine, sugar, and cinnamon to a gentle boil. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Whisk cornstarch into water for a smooth paste. Add to berries and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour pudding into serving bowl.
- Completely cool, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- Sauce:
- Scald milk and keep warm.
- Whisk yolks, sugar, and salt to a thick froth. Gradually add milk.
- Bring mixture to a gentle boil, simmering on low without boiling until it thickens for 15–20 minutes. Keep stirring to prevent sticking.
- Serve sauce warm or cold with rote Grütze.
Notes
A quarter cup jam substitutes for one cup fresh currants.Copyright © 1993—2024 World Trade Press. All rights reserved.