Gooseberry dessert with wine, oranges and pineapples
6 servings
20 minutes
This dessert of gooseberries with wine, oranges, and pineapples is the embodiment of refined taste and tenderness. Historically, gooseberries were often used in European culinary traditions due to their refreshing tartness that pairs wonderfully with sugar and creamy notes. In this recipe, the tartness of the gooseberries is softened by the sweetness of an egg and milk-based cream, while almond cookies provide structure and a light crunch. The addition of Madeira brings rich wine accents that enhance the depth of flavor. Juicy slices of orange and pineapple complete the composition, adding freshness and exotic sweetness. The chilled dessert is perfect for festive occasions when served with ice cream, creating a harmony of flavors. It is a gastronomic delight that awakens the senses and delights with its sophistication.
1
Wash the gooseberries and boil them in 125 ml of water with 100 g of sugar.
- Gooseberry: 500 g
- Water: 125 ml
- Sugar: 150 g
2
Whisk the eggs with the remaining sugar until frothy. Heat the milk. Gradually mix the hot milk with the egg mixture while stirring continuously, and heat on very low heat until thickened. Cool the finished cream.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Sugar: 150 g
- Milk: 500 ml
3
Place gooseberries in glasses. Then a layer of cream, topped with broken almond cookies and drizzle with wine.
- Gooseberry: 500 g
- Almond cookies: 12 pieces
- Madeira: 100 g
4
Slice the orange and pineapple into thin wedges and arrange them on the dessert.
- Oranges: 1 piece
- Pineapple: 0.5 piece
5
Cool before serving.
6
Serve with ice cream.
- Ice cream: to taste