
Brown Butter Syllabub
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This brown butter syllabub is one of my favorite desserts to make when I want something elegant but honestly quite simple. The nutty, rich flavor from browning the butter takes just minutes, and the whole dessert comes together in about an hour. What I love most is that cream contains natural probiotics that support digestive health, making this indulgence feel a bit less guilty. The wine adds a sophisticated depth without any fussy techniques, and once you've got your ingredients mixed, you're basically done. It's the kind of showstopping dessert that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen when really it's wonderfully straightforward.
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Ingredients
- 400 gbutter
- 400 gsugar
- 500 mlcream
- 200 mlwine(sweet wine syrup)
- 20 mllemon juice
- 10 gsalt
- 1 gvanilla
- 4 nulleggs
- 50 gflour
- 200 mlmilk
- 5 gcinnamon
- 2 gnutmeg
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Instructions
- 1
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and cook until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Watch for the butter to turn a rich brown color and smell nutty.
- 2
Add the sugar to the saucepan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is light golden.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the sugar.
- 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly pour in the cream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Tip: The mixture will start to thicken and emulsify.
- 4
Return the saucepan to medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Tip: The syrup should be smooth and creamy.
- 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the wine, lemon juice, salt, vanilla, and spices.
Tip: Let the mixture cool slightly before serving.
- 6
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and milk until smooth.
Tip: Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- 7
Pour the flour mixture into the brown butter mixture and whisk until smooth and creamy.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 8
Pour the syllabub into individual serving cups or a large serving dish.
Tip: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- 9
Serve the brown butter syllabub chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
Tip: This dessert is perfect for special occasions or holiday gatherings.
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