Lemon cream for berries and fruits

4 servings

30 minutes

Lemon cream for berries and fruits is a delicate and refreshing treat from European cuisine. Its exquisite taste combines the tartness of fresh lemon juice, the soft sweetness of sugar, and the velvety texture of whipped cream. Due to its lightness and airiness, this cream perfectly complements fresh berries and fruits, creating a harmonious dessert. The vanilla accent adds extra depth to the flavor, making it particularly refined. Lemon cream is widely used in cooking: it is great for decorating tarts, filling éclairs, or simply as a standalone dessert. The ease of preparation and exquisite taste make it a favorite choice for summer treats and festive meals.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 326
• Proteins: 5g
• Fats: 22.5g
• Carbohydrates: 26.4g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 0.3 glass
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Lemon juice: 2.5 tbsp
• Water: 0.3 glass
• Cornstarch: 1.5 tsp
• Vanilla extract: 0.5 tsp
• Whipped sweet cream: 1.5 glass

Cooking steps

1. In a bowl, beat the egg, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and lemon juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Sugar: 0.3 glass
   • Lemon juice: 2.5 tablespoons

2. In a saucepan, mix the remaining sugar, water, and starch. Bring to a boil and cook for 30 seconds until slightly thickened.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 0.3 glass
   • Water: 0.3 glass
   • Cornstarch: 1.5 teaspoon

3. Remove from heat and slowly stir in the egg mixture. Cook over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring until thickened.

4. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Cool down.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vanilla extract: 0.5 teaspoon

5. Mix with whipped cream and chill again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Whipped sweet cream: 1.5 glass