Best 3 Wild Blueberry Charlotte Recipes
Blueberry charlotte is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with a layer of sponge cake, a layer of blueberry jam, and a layer of whipped cream. The blueberries add a tart sweetness to the dessert, while the whipped cream provides a light and fluffy texture. The sponge cake can be homemade or store-bought, and the blueberry jam can be made with fresh or frozen blueberries. This elegant yet unassuming dessert is sure to impress your guests, and it is easy to make ahead of time, making it the perfect dessert for busy people.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
WILD BLUEBERRY CHARLOTTE
This classic dessert begins with a mould lined with ladyfingers. With this recipe, you don't have to wait for the fresh blueberry season, it uses frozen wild blueberries, which can be found in the supermarket.
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes and pour over wild blueberries. Place half of he blueberry mixture into blender and purée until smooth. Set aside other half.
- Sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat until dissolved and add to wild blueberry purée. Set aside and let cool, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in creme fraiche.
- In another bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks form and fold into wild blueberry mixture.
- Line a 2-cup deep dish with ladyfingers. Spoon wild blueberry mixture over ladyfingers and spread evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for about 4 hours or until set.
- Turn out Charlotte onto serving plate and garnish with reserved wild blueberries and mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.7, Fat 40, SaturatedFat 23.9, Cholesterol 208.8, Sodium 91.3, Carbohydrate 52.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 34.3, Protein 7.7
MINI LEMON BLUEBERRY CHARLOTTES
Steps:
- BEAT cream, sugar, lemon juice, lemon peel and vanilla in chilled medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- CUT ladyfingers apart. Arrange 6 in each (1/2-cup) dessert cup, covering the bottom and extending above rim of cup. Spoon 1 tablespoon blueberry preserves, 2 tablespoons lemon cream and 1 tablespoon fresh blueberries into each. Repeat one time. Cover. Chill 1 hour.
- GARNISH each charlotte with mint sprigs.
- Recipe can be assembled, covered and chilled several hours before serving.
BLUEBERRY CHARLOTTE
Make and share this Blueberry Charlotte recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Lulubelle in N
Categories Dessert
Time 12h20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Slice jelly roll into 1/2 inch slices.
- In a large glass bowl or mould, carefully arrange slices flat against bottom and sides of the bowl, leaving no spaces and extending one row slightly above the rim of the bowl.
- Set aside.
- In a seperate glass bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let soften for five minutes.
- Add lemonade and mix well.
- Add half the sugar to the gelatin mixture and stir until completely dissolved.
- Meanwhile beat whipping cream with remaining sugar until stiff.
- Incorporate blueberries into gelatin mixture and fold entirely into whipped cream.
- Spoon into jellyroll lined dish.
- Refrigerate over night.
- Loosen from bowl and invert on serving plate.
- Slice and serve.
- A blueberry sauce can be served as an accompaniment.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe wild blueberries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a charlotte mold, you can use a 9-inch springform pan.
- Be sure to butter and flour the mold or pan before adding the batter.
- Bake the charlotte in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the charlotte cool completely before serving.
Conclusion:
Wild Blueberry Charlotte is a classic French dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy hosts. The combination of sweet, tart blueberries and creamy custard is sure to please everyone at your table.
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