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Homemade Dessert in 5 Minutes That Melts in Your Mouth! No Baking or Gelatin!

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!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 –6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: European
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, egg yolks, vanilla sugar, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the mixture thickens.
  3. Reduce the heat and add the butter, powdered sugar, and 80 ml of room-temperature milk. Stir until well combined.
  4. Gradually add 500 ml of milk while stirring, ensuring a smooth consistency.
  5. Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and condensed milk, stirring well to incorporate all the flavors.
  6. Pour the mixture into serving glasses or a dish. Let it cool slightly before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  7. 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.