CHERRY BAVARIAN CREAM

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Cherry Bavarian Cream image

I especially like recipes for out-of-the-ordinary desserts. One bite and you'll agree this not-too-sweet treat is worth the extra effort.-Christina Till, South Haven, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
2 cups pitted tart red or bing cherries
Red food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the egg yolks, sugar and milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture reaches 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour into a large bowl; set aside. , In a small microwave-safe dish, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Microwave on high for 40 seconds. Stir and let stand for 1 minute or until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir into egg mixture; tint with food coloring if desired. , Set bowl over larger bowl filled with ice water. As soon as the cooked mixture begins to set up, fold in the cream and cherries. Pour into 2-qt. serving bowl and refrigerated 4-6 hours or overnight. Garnish with mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

There are no comments yet!