Pumpkin and Apple Sambucus

8 servings

80 minutes

Pumpkin and apple sambuk is a delicate airy dessert of European cuisine that combines the lightness of mousse with the rich flavor of natural fruits. Pumpkin adds a soft sweetness and velvety texture to the dish, while apples provide a refreshing tartness. The recipe's origins trace back to traditional European culinary experiments aimed at creating light fruit desserts. The whipped egg whites make sambuk resemble a cloud, while added gelatin gives it firmness. This dessert is perfect for finishing a meal; it tastes pleasant, doesn't overload the stomach, and leaves a feeling of freshness. Sambuk can be served in small bowls decorated with fruits or mint leaves, highlighting its refined and delicate character.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 153.1
• Proteins: 4.1g
• Fats: 0.4g
• Carbohydrates: 34.7g

Ingredients

• Pumpkin: 500 g
• Sugar: 1 glass
• Apple: 400 g
• Gelatin: 15 g
• Egg white: 2 pc
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Water: 400 ml

Cooking steps

1. Cut the pumpkin and apples into wedges, bake them, and pass through a sieve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin: 500 g
   • Apple: 400 g

2. Add sugar, lemon juice, and egg white to the pumpkin-apple puree and whip until fluffy. While continuously and quickly stirring, pour in the hot dissolved gelatin in a thin stream, distribute the mixture into cups, and place in the refrigerator.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 1 glass
   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
   • Egg white: 2 pieces
   • Gelatin: 15 g