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Nutritional Values
260kcal
5gProtein
25gCarbs
15gFat
—Fibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Bavarian Cream
How to order / say it
Say it
Bayerische Creme — [BYE-reesh-uh KREM-eh]
Order
I'd like the Bayerische Creme, please.
Locally
Ich hätte gerne die Bayerische Creme, bitte.
Say locally
A dessert of custard and whipped cream, often served with fruit.
Why try it?
Bayerische Creme is a classic dessert in Munich, showcasing the Bavarian skill in creating rich and sumptuous sweets. It is a staple of festive and family celebrations.
How it tastes
The dessert is smooth and creamy with a hint of vanilla. It's rich in texture and often accompanied by a contrasting fruit sauce, enhancing its delicacy.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Originating in the 19th century, Bavarian cream became popular due to its luxurious taste and texture, often served in celebrations and is now a vital part of Bavarian culinary tradition.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥛 250 ml milk
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 10 g vegetarian gelatin (agar-based)
- 🧂 1 vanilla bean
- 🥚 3 egg yolks
- 🥛 200 ml whipped cream
Method
- 1 Heat milk with vanilla bean until fragrant.
- 2 Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale.
- 3 Mix vegetarian gelatin (agar-based) with warm milk, then combine with egg yolks.
- 4 Fold in whipped cream and chill until set.
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