What dessert after a raclette for 2?

7 tasty ideas to end on a high note

Raclette, this friendly and warm dish, is a must for winter evenings. But once the potatoes, cheese and dried meat from Valais have been tasted, the question arises: what dessert after raclette for 2 ?

The challenge is to find a balance between indulgence and lightness, especially after such a rich meal. Here are our ideas for desserts that will end your meal in style. Let's get cooking, and enjoy reading this article!

1. Caramel and Rosemary Apple Tartlet Dessert

A caramelized apple tartlet with a touch of rosemary is a rustic dessert, perfect for the end of a meal after a raclette. This dessert brings both sweetness and a subtle herbaceous flavor.

Ingredients :

• 1 sheet of puff pastry
• 3 apples
• 50 g sugar
• 20 g butter
• 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  
  

Preparation :

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into individual circles. Arrange them on a baking sheet
3. Peel and cut the apples into thin slices, then arrange them on the dough circles.
4. In a frying pan, melt the butter with the sugar and rosemary until you get a golden caramel. Remove the sprig of rosemary.
5. Pour the caramel over the apples and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the tartlets are golden brown.
6. For an extra touch, drizzle with honey before serving.

2. Vanilla crème brûlée, for a sweet treat after cheese

For those who like it sweet, vanilla crème brûlée is a perfect option to end the raclette with a sweet crunch on top and a soft cream underneath.

Ingredients :

• 500 ml of liquid cream
• 4 egg yolks
• 80 g sugar
• 1 vanilla pod
• Sugar for caramelizing
  
  

Preparation :

1. Preheat the oven to 150°C.
2. Heat the cream with the split vanilla pod.
3. Whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale, then add the hot cream.
4. Pour into ramekins and cook in a bain-marie for 40-45 minutes.
5. Cool, sprinkle with sugar and caramelize with a blowtorch.

3. Idea for a light Bavarian cream with red fruits

Red fruit bavarois is an airy dessert that combines the sweetness of fromage blanc and the acidity of red fruits. Perfect for ending a hearty meal on a fresh note.

Ingredients :

• 300 g of red fruits (fresh or frozen)
• 200 g of fromage blanc
• 50 g sugar
• 2 sheets of gelatin (or 1 tsp of agar-agar)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• A few mint leaves (for decoration)
  
  

Preparation :

1. Soften the gelatin in cold water.
2. Blend the red fruits with the sugar and lemon juice to obtain a smooth purée.
3. Lightly heat some of the fruit puree and add the drained gelatin to dissolve it.
4. Mix the fruit puree with the fromage blanc.
5. Pour into glasses and leave to set in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
6. Decorate with a few whole red fruits and a mint leaf before serving.

4. Panna cotta with raspberry coulis

Panna cotta is a creamy and soft dessert that goes perfectly with a slightly tart raspberry coulis (or other seasonal fruits ). This dessert can be prepared in advance, perfect for a stress-free meal.

Ingredients :

For the panna cotta:

• 500 ml of liquid cream
• 50 g sugar
• 1 vanilla pod

• 2 sheets of gelatin (or 1 tsp of agar-agar)
  
  

  For the coulis:
• 150 g raspberries
• 20 g sugar
  
  

Preparation :

1. Soften the gelatin in cold water.
2. Heat the cream, sugar and vanilla.
3. Add the drained gelatin. Pour into glasses and leave to cool in the refrigerator.
4. Mix the raspberries with the sugar for the coulis.
5. Serve with raspberry coulis.

5. Soft almond and yogurt cake

For a light and fluffy dessert, an almond and yogurt cake is perfect. This simple dessert is balanced and perfect to end the meal without overloading.

Ingredients :

• 125 g of yogurt
• 100 g sugar
• 100 g of almond powder
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp yeast
• Zest of a lemon
  
  

Preparation :

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Mix the yogurt, sugar, eggs, almond powder and yeast.
3. Add the lemon zest.
4. Pour into a mold and bake for 25-30 minutes. This cake is light and is perfect with an infusion.

6. Mango and Mint Salad Recipe

Finally, a fresh mango and mint salad is an option that combines lightness and freshness. The sweet and juicy mango, accompanied by chopped mint leaves, offers a balanced and refreshing dessert.

Ingredients :

• 2 mangoes
• A few leaves of fresh mint
• 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
  
  

Preparation :

1. Cut the mangoes into cubes.
2. Add the chopped mint, sugar and lemon juice.
3. Mix and serve chilled.

7. Spiced apple compote with honey and cinnamon after raclette

A spicy applesauce is a light and comforting option after a raclette. Easy to digest and full of flavor, it brings a pleasant sweetness without being too sweet.

Ingredients :

• 6 apples (Golden or Boskoop type)
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• 1 vanilla pod (optional)
• 100 ml of water
  
  

Preparation :

1. Peel, core and cut the apples into pieces.
2. In a saucepan, add the apples, water, honey, cinnamon and nutmeg. Split the vanilla pod, scrape out the seeds and add them to the saucepan (optional).
3. Cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender.
4. Mash the apples with a fork for a rustic texture or blend for a smooth compote.
5. Serve warm or cold, alone or with a crunchy biscuit.

The choice is yours!

In short, whether you prefer light desserts or a full-on indulgence, there are many options to end a raclette evening with friends. From fruit desserts to light mousses, everyone will find something to end the meal on a sweet note and avoid the traditional chocolate mousse, coconut mousse, fruit salad , cheesecake or ice cream . So, why not try one of these ideas the next time you enjoy a raclette and allow for better digestion?