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Recipe of Tangerine cream

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Tangerine cream is an easy and elegant dessert that takes advantage of the citrusy, sweet flavor of this fruit. This cream, similar to a curd, is made with eggs, sugar, tangerine juice and zest, and cooked in a bain-marie until silky. It is perfect to serve with cookies, sponge cake, or as a tart filling. Its origin lies in European cuisine, where citrus creams are classic.

Why does this recipe work?

  • The bain-marie controls cooking so the cream doesn't curdle.
  • The final butter adds shine and smoothness.
  • The touch of cornstarch ensures a firm consistency without being too thick.

Ideal for those seeking a quick dessert (less than 30 minutes of preparation) with basic ingredients. Additionally, you can vary the citrus (lemon, orange) to create different versions. Follow these steps and you'll get a delicious cream, perfect for spreading or filling.

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Recipe of Tangerine cream
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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Servings

8

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    In a small pot, place 5 cm of water to make a bain-marie. On top of this, place a container suitable for a bain-marie without touching the water and place the eggs, sugar, tangerine juice and zest and cornstarch. Bring to moderate-low heat until the cream thickens and stirring constantly (approx. 5 to 8 minutes). Transfer to another container and sift the cream to remove tangerine zest and any egg clots that could form.

  2. 2

    Add the butter cut into squares that will melt with the residual heat and stir until you get a homogeneous cream. Cover with transparent film in direct contact with the cream so that a thick layer does not form. Refrigerate for a minimum of two hours to achieve greater consistency.

  3. 3

    We already have our cream ready to be used as a filling for cakes or desserts. In my case, this preparation was enough for me to fill 24 cupcakes, I will leave you the link so you can see the recipe in lemon pie version

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is it to prepare Tangerine cream?

This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.

How long does it take to prepare Tangerine cream?

The preparation time is 10 minutes and the cooking time is 15 minutes.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe is designed for 8 servings.

Can I substitute some ingredients?

Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.

How should I store this preparation?

Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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