How to Make Chef John's Zabaglione - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you have a sweet tooth and a love for Italian cuisine, then Chef John's Zabaglione is the recipe for you. This classic Italian dessert is light, airy, and decadently rich, making it the perfect ending to any meal. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply craving a special treat for yourself, this recipe is sure to impress.

Zabaglione, also known as zabaione or sabayon, is made from just a few simple ingredients – egg yolks, sugar, and sweet Marsala wine. The traditional version...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup strawberries - hulled, halved and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • ¼ cup dry Marsala wine

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Gently stir the strawberries and sugar together in a bowl. Cover and let sit at room temperature until juices release, about 1 hour.
  • Divide fruit between 2 small, clear serving bowls or stemmed cocktail glasses.
  • Place egg yolks, sugar, and marsala into metal mixing bowl. Set over burner on low heat. Hold rim of bowl with a potholder. Whisk until mixture forms loose peaks, 7 or 8 minutes. Mixture should feel warm to the touch.
  • Spoon custard over the strawberries. Serve while custard is still warm.
  • Nutrition

    213 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 307mg
    • Sodium: 15mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 115mg