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    Classic Sabayon Recipe Elegant French Dessert

    October 27, 2020 *Updated* September 15, 2021 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 146 Comments

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    Holiday parties are in full swing. This Classic Sabayon Recipe is the perfect dessert to serve your guests.

    French cooking at home is easier than you think. The classic turkey meat pie known as Turkey Veronique will impress your guests.

    There is nothing hard or fancy about making sabayon at home. This easy gourmet dessert only requires 3 ingredients. Egg yolks, sugar and wine.

    Classic Sabayon Dessert a true gourmet delight.
    Easy Sabayon Dessert

    This post was graciously sponsored by Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Wines. All opinions, recipe, and photos are mine. Please enjoy wine responsibly. #WoodbridgeWines

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    Sabayon cream is elegant, yet so easy to make. Rich and creamy without dairy. Whether you need a dessert for 4 or 24, this recipe is sure to impress.

    If you are hosting a party (or two) this season, I’m sure you are busy creating delicious menus and deciding on what you are going to serve your guests. This is the time you need to “stress less” in the kitchen. French sabayon for dessert will have your guests drooling. It will be the hit of the party.

    RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for making this easy sabayon dessert are at the bottom of the post.

    Brand placement with eggs and a whisk for the sabayon recipe.

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    Egg yolks in a bowl ready to whip.

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    French Sayabon Ingredients

    I love it when “fancy” food is easy to make. This egg yolk dessert is simple and elegant. Gourmet French cooking in a matter of minutes. Move over classic tiramisu, I think I found a new winner.

    This easy sabayon recipe is made in a matter of minutes. Make a small batch for a few guests, double or triple the amount for a large party. You will need:

    • egg yolks
    • sugar
    • wine
    Eggs and sugar getting whipped to make the sabayon sauce.

    Can you believe only 3 ingredients? Easier to make than you think. The flavour is incredible. Luscious and intense, yet light and refreshing at the same time.

    Once you see how easy this is to make, you must give Perfect Lemon Curd a try too. You will master it the first time.

    For this sabayon recipe, I chose Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi CHARDONNAY. Clean and crisp with flavours of cinnamon, caramel, apple, and oak. The flavours work so well with the gingersnaps and pomegranate ariels in this pretty and festive dessert. Feel free to enjoy this wonderful dessert all on its own too.

    Picture of the brand Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Wines measured out for the recipe.

    How To Make Sabayon Sauce

    All you need is a bowl, a pot of water and a whisk! All you have to do is whip, whip, whip.

    • Whisk the egg yolks and sugar.
    • Add the CHARDONNAY, simmer over boiling water whisking constantly until it thickens.

    THAT’S IT!

    Warm sabayon sauce getting poured into a serving glass that contains some gingersnap crumbs.

    If you have had the pleasure of enjoying sabayon, you will know just how incredible it is served warm. Like a soft, light foam that melts in your mouth.

    Recipe Tips

    • Can sabayon be made in advance? Yes, it can be made a couple of days ahead of time. Keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to use. 
    • Can sabayon be served cold? Yes, however, it does taste better warm or at room temperature. If you make it in advance, just place it on the counter to get the chill out of it before serving.
    • Be sure not to OVERCOOK the sabayon sauce. The end result should be a silky smooth sauce (thick and ribbony). The temperature of the sauce should be around 150º F
    • This is a fairly quick process, so be sure to have all your ingredients measured and ready to go. 
    • Whisk, whisk and whisk the entire cooking process. Hence having your ingredients ready, you will be busy whisking.
    • Be sure the water does not come to a boil but remains at a constant simmer.
    • If you wish, you can use a double boiler, or the pot and bowl method. I would not recommend cooking this over direct heat.
    • What is the best wine for making sabayon? This is where you can have some fun. Try whatever you like. 
    • What to serve with sabayon? For this recipe, I used berries and crushed ginger cookies. Experiment and see what works for you or your dinner theme. You can try shaved chocolate, broken up pieces of cake, or even all on its own.

    Sabayon vs Zabaglione

    Is there a difference between the two classic recipes? YES! Sabayon is the French adaption of the Italian zabaglione.

    Sabayon is made with white wine. More wine in the recipe creates a softer, lighter cream.

    Zabaglione is typically made with sweet Marsala wine and 1 tablespoon of sugar for each egg yolk. Less wine in the recipe creates a sweeter and a little denser marsala sauce.

    2 glasses of sabayon with product branding in the background.

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    If you are still deciding on what to serve your guests, give this Classic Sabayon Recipe a try. Elegant, easy, and perfect for spreading some holiday cheer.

    HAPPY HOLIDAYS. Please enjoy wine responsibly.

    Closeup of sabayon in a glass with a spoon right in the middle.

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    French Sabayon Dessert

    Classic Sabayon Recipe Elegant French Dessert is a gourmet delight that is easy to make and so delicious to eat.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: French
    Keyword: Sambayon, Zabaglione
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 239kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    • 4 egg yolks (large size)
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • ¾ cup dry white wine (Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Wines Chardonnay works well)
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    Instructions

    • Break the eggs, and put the yolks into a large stainless steel or glass bowl.
      You can keep the whites in the fridge for another day. Great for breakfast.
    • Add the sugar to the yolks and whisk until the mixture becomes a light yellow colour.
    • Stir the wine into the egg/sugar mixture.
    • Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water. Be sure the water does not touch the bottom of the bowl.
    • Keep gently whisking and cook until it thickens (about 5 minutes). DO NOT OVER COOK. The whisk should just be able to leave a slight trace in the mixture, then it is done!
    • Remove from the heat immediately. 
    • Pour into serving glasses. 
    • ENJOY!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 51mg | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 260IU | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.6mg

    Notes

    For this recipe, I used crushed gingersnap cookies and pomegranate ariels to make this a festive dessert. You can serve this on its own. Feel free to add berries as well.
    Traditionally this is served warm just after it is made. It can also be served chilled, which is great if you are serving dessert to a crowd. 
     
     
     
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    Comments

    1. ramona

      January 02, 2023 at 1:46 pm

      I am really excited to try out this dish as i haven’t had something like this in a while. Thank you for sharing this recipe, It looks super delicious and i cant wait to try it out!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        January 03, 2023 at 12:26 pm

        Enjoy…this dessert is so elegant and easy to make.

    2. Hayley Dhanecha

      January 02, 2023 at 4:27 am

      I wanted to make something special for new year party that is simple to make too. And so glad I made it as everyone asked for a recipe 🙂

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        January 02, 2023 at 9:05 am

        This is such a great recipe for entertaining.

    3. Jenny

      January 02, 2023 at 3:49 am

      This is a fun recipe. It’s simple, elegant and lush.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        January 02, 2023 at 9:07 am

        I totally agree, this is elegant yet simple to make too.

    4. Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer

      January 01, 2023 at 2:56 pm

      I’m in LOVE! 3 ingredients for absolute deliciousness! And agreed; this definitely impresses!!!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        January 02, 2023 at 9:07 am

        Easy, delicious and gourmet too. It’s a winner.

    5. Kathryn

      January 01, 2023 at 11:28 am

      I’ve never had this and it sounds so easy to make! Can’t wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        January 02, 2023 at 9:08 am

        It is easy and elegant. I hope you give it a try soon.

    6. Jamie

      January 01, 2023 at 1:59 am

      This dessert looks like a world-class masterpiece plus the fact it looks absolutely yummy! Love the white theme, sending amazing vibes! Perfect dessert for this NYE festivity!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        January 01, 2023 at 9:44 am

        ENJOY!! This is a stunning classic dessert that is easy to make.

    7. Ashley

      December 30, 2022 at 12:09 am

      I can’t believe this only uses three ingredients! It looks wonderful and delicious!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 30, 2022 at 10:59 am

        I know right? Gourmet desserts do not have to be complicated. ENJOY!

    8. Ann

      December 29, 2022 at 8:57 am

      I have never tried this dessert before, but it sounds delicious! Excited to give it a try! Thanks for the recipe share!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 29, 2022 at 10:23 am

        This is the perfect dessert to impress your dinner guests.

    9. Amy Liu Dong

      December 28, 2022 at 7:38 am

      I love how easy to make this recipe.
      I made this and my kids love it so much!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 28, 2022 at 9:46 am

        Wow, I am impressed the kids would like this dessert.

    10. Marta

      December 26, 2022 at 3:59 pm

      I love making sabayon because I feel like a true pastry chef when it comes out right. Your recipe made it easy to prepare and it was such a refreshing, decadent after Christmas dinner dessert for the entire family.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 27, 2022 at 9:42 am

        French sabayon is so easy to make, and looks, gourmet. Perfect for entertaining, your guests will be impressed for sure.

    11. C Dendy

      December 02, 2022 at 10:21 am

      This is a stunning sauce served warm over wine cake

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 03, 2022 at 10:12 am

        I agree, sabayon is so delicious. Glad you enjoyed the recipe.

    12. Aditya Chandra Sinha

      December 07, 2021 at 6:17 pm

      Excellent

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 08, 2021 at 9:17 am

        So glad you enjoyed this recipe.

    13. Moop Brown

      November 09, 2020 at 2:07 am

      I’ve never had this dish before but this recipe looks super yummy and like a perfect Christmas dessert!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 10, 2020 at 8:55 am

        This is super easy to make and is presentation perfect.

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