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A plate of berries and figs topped with a luscious Creme Anglaise.
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Berries and Creme Anglaise

Light, delicious, and creamy- this is recipe for Creme Anglaise with berries is a sweet favorite that isn't too heavy and perfect for brunch or dessert!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: French
Servings: 6
Calories: 222kcal
Author: Courtney O'Dell

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 egg yolks
  • cup white sugar
  • 3 cups fresh berries

Instructions

  • In a small, heavy saucepan, heat cream and vanilla until bubbles form at edges.
  • While cream is heating, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until smooth.
  • Slowly pour 1/2 cup of hot milk mixture into egg yolks, whisking constantly.
  • Gradually add egg yolk mixture back to remaining milk mixture, whisking constantly.
  • Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture coats the back of a spoon.
  • Plate berries and drizzle creme anglaise on top.
  • Serve warm or cool (I love it cooled).

Nutrition

Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 184mg | Sodium: 21mg | Potassium: 42mg | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 755IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 0.3mg