Description
This silky, citrus-infused dessert is creamy, refreshing, and incredibly easy to make. With fresh orange juice, lemon zest, and a hint of vanilla, it delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Best of all, it requires no baking or gelatin—just a few simple ingredients and a quick stovetop preparation. Serve it chilled with a dusting of cocoa or chocolate shavings for a melt-in-your-mouth treat that will impress everyone!
Ingredients
- Juice of 6 oranges (600 ml / 21 fl oz)
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar
- 70 g (2.46 oz) sugar
- 35 g (1.23 oz) cornstarch
- 80 g (2.8 oz) butter, at room temperature
- 30 g (1 oz) powdered sugar
- 80 ml (2.8 fl oz) milk, at room temperature
- 500 ml (17.6 fl oz) milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 100 g (3.5 oz) condensed milk
- 80 g (2.8 oz) chocolate (for decoration)
- Cocoa or cinnamon (for decoration)
Instructions
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In a saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, egg yolks, vanilla sugar, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the mixture thickens.
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Reduce the heat and add the butter, powdered sugar, and 80 ml of room-temperature milk. Stir until well combined.
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Gradually add 500 ml of milk while stirring, ensuring a smooth consistency.
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Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and condensed milk, stirring well to incorporate all the flavors.
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Pour the mixture into serving glasses or a dish. Let it cool slightly before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
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Before serving, sprinkle with cocoa or cinnamon and garnish with chocolate shavings. Enjoy chilled!
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives like almond or coconut milk.
- If you prefer a firmer texture, chill the dessert overnight for best results.
- You can swap vanilla sugar for a few drops of vanilla extract for a more intense vanilla flavor.
- Serve with fresh fruit like berries or orange slices for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: European