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Rote Grütze mit Vanillesoße (Berry Compote with Vanilla Sauce)

Rote grütze mit vanillesoße is a delectable summertime treat in Germany. A shimmering red compote made with berries, rote grütze is served with a light vanilla sauce similar to custard (although vanilla ice cream works nicely, too). Use fresh, in-season berries for the most intense fruit flavor.

Recipe Servings: 4

Prep Time
5 minutes
+ 8 hours resting
Cook Time
1 minute
Total Time
8 hours 6 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal

Ingredients

Pudding:
  • 4 cups (600 g) fresh red berries (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, red currants, cherries)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) red wine
  • 4 Tbsp (60 ml) sugar
  • 1 1-in (2.5 cm) cinnamon stick
  • 2 Tbsp (25 g) cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) water
Sauce:
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 4 Tbsp (50 g) sugar
  • 1 Tbsp (12.5 g) cornstarch
  • ¼ tsp (1.5 g) salt
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract

Directions

    For Pudding:
  1. Bring berries, wine, sugar, and cinnamon to a gentle boil. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  2. Whisk cornstarch into water to make a smooth paste. Add mixture to berries and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Pour pudding into serving bowl. Completely cool, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  4. For Sauce:
  5. Scald milk and then lower heat to keep warm.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk yolks, sugar, and salt to a thick froth.
  7. Gradually add yolk mixture to the milk. Bring to a gentle boil, simmering on low without boiling for 15–12 minutes until it thickens. Keep stirring to prevent sticking.
  8. Serve sauce warm or cold on top of the rote grütze.