Apple Bavarian Cream
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A delicate and creamy chilled dessert featuring sweetened applesauce and whipped cream. This elegant molded treat is perfect for a sophisticated finish to any meal.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | 15 mins | 4 hours | 6 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Double boiler
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Mold
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tbsp | Gelatin | unflavored |
| 1/3 cup | Cold Water | for soaking |
| 1/2 cup | Sugar | granulated |
| 2 | Eggs | separated |
| 1 1/2 cups | Milk | hot |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt | fine |
| 1 cup | Applesauce | sweetened |
| 2 tsp | Lemon Juice | freshly squeezed |
| 1/2 - 1 cup | Heavy Cream | whipped |
| 1/2 tsp | Vanilla Extract | pure |
Instructions
Step 1: Custard Base
- Soak 2 tbsp gelatin in 1/3 cup cold water.
- Beat 2 egg yolks with 1/2 cup sugar.
- Pour 1 1/2 cups hot milk over the egg yolks mixture, add 1/2 tsp salt, and cook over a double boiler until the mixture coats the back of a spoon.
- Stir in the soaked gelatin and beat until completely dissolved; set aside to cool.
Step 2: Assembly
- Stir 1 cup applesauce and 2 tsp lemon juice into the cooled custard.
- Gently fold in the 2 beaten egg whites, 1/2 - 1 cup whipped cream, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract.
- Pour into a mold and chill until set.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This dessert must be made at least 4 hours in advance to allow the gelatin to set properly in the refrigerator.
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