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Berry Kissel

A traditional Eastern European dessert dish made from simmered berries thickened into a silky, fruit-forward pudding with potato starch. It can be enjoyed warm or served chilled in glasses.

25 minEasyServes 4140 cal/serving

RussianDessertStovetopVegetarianVeganStandardHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups mixed berries
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp potato starch
  • 1/4 cup cold water

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 3 cups mixed berries, 3 cups water, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Bring the berry mixture to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes until the fruit breaks down.

  3. 3

    Strain the cooked berries through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing gently, then return the strained liquid to the saucepan over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Whisk 3 tbsp potato starch into 1/4 cup cold water in a small bowl until completely dissolved.

  5. 5

    Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering berry liquid while whisking constantly until the mixture thickens.

  6. 6

    Remove the saucepan from heat and cool slightly before serving warm or chilled.

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Questions

What is Berry Kissel?

A traditional Eastern European dessert dish made from simmered berries thickened into a silky, fruit-forward pudding with potato starch. It can be enjoyed warm or served chilled in glasses. This reference files it under Russian dessert: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

How do I know when Berry Kissel is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until the mixture thickens.

Why mix the cornstarch with water first in Berry Kissel?

Step 5 reads: "Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering berry liquid while whisking constantly until the mixture thickens." Dry starch clumps the moment it meets hot liquid. The slurry in step 5 disperses it first, and it only thickens once the sauce comes back to a simmer.

How many calories are in Berry Kissel?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 140 calories, with 1 g protein, 35 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 10 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Berry Kissel keep?

Keep Berry Kissel covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

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