| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 10 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 180 | 3g | 1.5g | 40g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 35g | 4g | 2g | 0g |
I have a real soft spot for Grapefruit Brulee. One taste of this classic-with-a-twist, and I’m transported back home to the sunny valleys of California. The freshest grapefruits, a little warmth from the classic brulee topping, and the delicate notes of nutmeg and cinnamon blend together in such a way that each mouthful is a celebration. Honestly, it’s a taste of sunshine that you can enjoy indoors.
The Health Benefits
What is particularly special about our Grapefruit Brulee is not just its delightful taste. Grapefruit is scientifically proven to be a powerful citrus fruit packed with benefits. Not only is it rich in important antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, but it’s also low in calories making it great for weight management. This makes our Grapefruit Brulee not just mouthwateringly delicious, but guilt-free as well.
A Dish That Invites Companions
Now, Grapefruit Brulee is fantastic on its own; however, it’s also a wonderful accompaniment to other dishes. Imagine starting your day with this grapefruit delicacy alongside a savory avocado toast, or as a sweet finish to a light, fresh salad. The balance of flavors works beautifully. In my home, we enjoy this as a weekend brunch dish, and my three adopted children love it too. In fact, their favorite twist is topping it with a bit of their favorite Greek yogurt.
And you know, this recipe actually got me thinking about fruits and dessert in a whole new light. I’ve always been a big fruit fan, but I’d never really given much thought to cooking with them, beyond adding them to my cakes. If you’ve been following along, you may remember our adventure with Apple Tarte Tatin. This Grapefruit Brulee has a similar wonder about it, and the way the caramelization enhances its natural flavors…I decided then and there to make more of these fantastically fruity desserts.
With its perfect balance of citrus tang and the sweet, rich taste of the brulee topping—not to mention the health benefits—the Grapefruit Brulee is more than a dish; it’s a recipe that becomes a part of your life, a reminder of the simple joys that make up our days.
What You’ll Need
- 6 large grapefruits
- 1 cup of white granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
- 6 sprigs of fresh mint for garnish
Method
Step One
Start by halving the grapefruits. Use a knife to loosen the grapefruit segments gently from the outer skin and set them aside.
Step Two
In a separate bowl, combine the white granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix these ingredients until well combined.
Step Three
Preheat your broiler to high heat and position a rack about 4 inches from the heat source.
Step Four
Brush the cut surfaces of the grapefruit halves with the melted, unsalted butter.
Step Five
Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the buttered grapefruit halves.
Step Six
Arrange the grapefruit halves in a department baking dish or on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil them until the sugar is melted and caramelized. This usually takes 3 to 5 minutes and please make sure to keep a watch on it to prevent burning.
Step Seven
Remove the caramelized grapefruit halves from the oven and top each one with a sprig of fresh mint. Allow to cool slightly before serving, as the sugar topping will be very hot.
