Grapefruit Brûlée: Your New Favorite Easy Dessert Recipe!
The bold and tangy flavor of grapefruit can add a refreshing twist to all kinds of classic desserts! This unique twist is what makes grapefruits a delicious
pick for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a light, citrusy treat or a rich, caramelized dish, these grapefruit brulee recipes are sure to impress! Each recipe highlights the natural sweetness and tart balance of this vibrant fruit.
Grapefruit brulee, or more technically grapefruit brûlée, is a nutritious and delicious way of enjoying your Texas Rio red grapefruit. Keep reading to revolutionize your dessert game with these simple yet sophisticated grapefruit-inspired brulee recipes! Whether you’re a big grapefruit fan or not a grapefruit lover, you’re sure to enjoy these tasty treats.
Grapefruit Brûlée (Using a Blowtorch)
If you love the combination of sweet, caramelized sugar and tart, juicy fruit, this brûléed grapefruit is for you! With just a kitchen blowtorch and a few simple ingredients, you can transform an ordinary grapefruit into an elegant, lightly crisped treat with a golden crust. It’s perfect for a decadent breakfast, brunch, or a healthy dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 large Texas Rio red grapefruit
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
Instructions
- Cut your Texas Rio red grapefruit in half horizontally. Trim the bottom if needed for stability.
- Use a paring knife to loosen the inside of the fruit (cut around each segment, around the pith, and inside the membranes).
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of brown sugar over each grapefruit.
- Hold a kitchen blowtorch 2 inches above and move in slow circles.
- Heat the brulee until the sugar melts, bubbles, and forms a golden crust (1-2 minutes).
- Let it cool for 1 minute to harden.
- Serve immediately.
Serving Suggestions
- You can enjoy this dish as a light and refreshing breakfast or dessert.
- You can also pair it with Greek yogurt or whipped cream for added creaminess.
- Try sprinkling some toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts for a little crunch.
- Try using turbinado sugar instead of granulated for the ultimate caramelized top.
- Drizzling a bit of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness is also a great choice!
Grapefruit Brûlée (No Blowtorch Needed)
This simple yet elegant recipe transforms a ripe grapefruit into a crunchy, caramelized, sweet treat—all without a kitchen blowtorch! Using just your oven’s broiler, you’ll achieve the perfect brûlée topping that contrasts beautifully with the tangy citrus beneath.
Ingredients
- 1 medium Texas Rio red grapefruit
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
Instructions
- Slice your medium Texas Rio red grapefruit horizontally in half.
- Trim the bottom of each half if needed for stability.
- Use a paring knife to loosen the segments along the membrane lines.
- Place your fruit cut-side down on a paper towel for 5 minutes to absorb any excess grapefruit juice.
- Place both grapefruit halves on a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of brown sugar on each fruit half.
- Preheat your broiler to high and position the rack 3-5 inches from heat.
- Broil for 5-10 minutes until the sugar bubbles and turns golden.
- Let it sit for 2 minutes to crisp up.
- If you want a deeper caramelization, try using white sugar instead of brown sugar. It will melt faster and create a crispier topping. Enjoy!
Grapefruit Crème Brulee
Grapefruit crème brûlée is a nutrient-packed dessert that marries the creamy richness of traditional crème brûlée with the bright, tangy taste of grapefruit. This delightful twist offers a refreshing citrus flavor under a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. Here's a detailed recipe to guide you through creating this delicious crème brulee.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 cups of heavy cream
- 1 medium Texas Rio red grapefruit
- A pinch of salt
- 6 wide and shallow ramekins
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 9 tablespoons of granulated sugar with an additional 6 tablespoons for toppings
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Place six, 6-ounce ramekins at the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet in an even layer.
- Cut your grapefruit in half. Juice and zest one grapefruit half, and remove the segments from the other half. Set aside 2 tablespoons of grapefruit juice and the zest and segments for later.
- Boil water for a water bath.
- To make your custard, warm heavy cream with 6 tablespoons of sugar over medium heat until it starts steaming (not boiling).
- Whisk the egg yolks, grapefruit juice, vanilla, salt, and remaining sugar in a bowl.
- Slowly add the warm cream to the egg mixture while whisking.
- Strain it through a fine sieve and stir in the grapefruit zest.
- Pour the custard into the ramekins.
- Fill the pan with hot water halfway up the height of the ramekins (make sure water does not enter the custard).
- Carefully place the pan in the oven and bake your brulee for 35-40 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
- Let your dishes cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sugar on each custard.
- Use a kitchen torch to caramelize or broil for 1-2 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
- Let the sugar harden, then garnish it with your grapefruit segments, and enjoy!
Enjoy Your Desserts With These Irresistible Grapefruit-Inspired Brulee Recipes!
Turn up your dessert game with these delicious and nutritious bruleed grapefruit recipes! Each one brings a scrumptious balance of sweetness and citrusy zest, giving you a refreshing twist on classic treats.
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