Delicate French Sabayon with Fresh Berries and Champagne

Name: Delicate French Sabayon with Fresh Berries and Champagne
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 4 large egg yolks; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup champagne or sparkling wine; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved; 1 cup fresh raspberries; 1 cup fresh blueberries; 1 teaspoon lemon zest

A light, airy custard to elevate your dessert game

This classic French dessert combines the richness of egg yolks with the effervescence of champagne, creating a luxurious and airy custard perfect when paired with fresh berries.

30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Sabayon

4 large egg yolks

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup champagne or sparkling wine

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Berries

1 cup fresh strawberries, halved

1 cup fresh raspberries

1 cup fresh blueberries

For the Garnish

1 teaspoon lemon zest

Preparation

Preparing the Berries

Wash the Berries

Wash all berries thoroughly and pat dry.

Hull and Halve

Hull and halve the strawberries.

Combine and Chill

Combine all berries in a bowl and chill until serving.

Chill your berries and serving glasses for a refreshing contrast with the warm sabayon.

Cooking Process

Whisking the Sabayon

In a heatproof bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy.

Heating the Sabayon

Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water; add champagne and continue whisking.

Stir the sabayon constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.

Finishing the Sabayon

Remove from heat once thick and fluffy, whisk in vanilla extract, and transfer to serving glasses over berries.

Plating & Serving