Cranberry jubilee

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4 ingredients

Cranberry jubilee

Cranberry Jubilee is a dessert that combines tradition and flavor in every bite. Originating from Anglo-Saxon cuisine as a variant of the classic "Banana Jubilee," this sweet treat has found its place on various Latin American tables thanks to its combination of fresh fruits and flambéed alcohol, which adds drama and an unmistakable aroma. In countries like Mexico, Argentina, and Chile, it is simply known as "Jubilee" or "Flambéed Fruits," and is often served at special celebrations, standing out for its elegance and simplicity.

Its name refers to a celebration or anniversary, highlighting its use for festive events. The traditional recipe maintains the essence of flambéing the liquor to enhance the flavors and surprise guests, adapting to local ingredients like cranberries, which provide an acidity and vibrant color that differentiate this version.

How to Prepare Cranberry Jubilee

To make this delicious dessert you will need the following ingredients: sugar, water, fresh cranberries, and brandy.

Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Boil for 5 minutes to get a concentrated syrup.

Add the cranberries and bring back to a boil.

Cook for 5 more minutes until the cranberries are tender but still hold their shape.

Pour the mixture into a heatproof bowl or the pan of a chafing dish over a bain-marie.

Heat the brandy separately.

Carefully ignite the brandy and pour it over the cranberry mixture.

Mix well into the sauce and serve immediately, ideally over ice cream to contrast flavors and temperatures.

Cranberry jubilee

Ingredients (4)

  • Sugar
  • Water
  • Fresh Cranberries
  • Brandy

Instructions (9 steps)

  1. 1 Combine sugar and water in a saucepan, stirring to dissolve the sugar
  2. 2 Bring to a boil
  3. 3 Boil for 5 minutes
  4. 4 Add cranberries and return to a boil
  5. 5 Cook for 5 minutes
  6. 6 Pour into a heatproof bowl or the pan of a double boiler
  7. 7 Heat the brandy
  8. 8 Ignite the brandy and pour over the cranberry mixture
  9. 9 Mix into the sauce and serve immediately over ice cream