Description
A deliciously sweet and tangy dessert featuring grapefruit halves topped with a luscious crumbly mixture of brown sugar, butter, and spices, then broiled to golden perfection for a caramelized finish.
Ingredients
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Grapefruit and Topping
- 2 grapefruits, cut in half
- 6 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Dash of nutmeg
- Dash of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare grapefruit: Position oven rack towards the top and preheat to medium broil. Drizzle 2 teaspoons of honey evenly over each grapefruit half and set aside to infuse the fruit with sweetness.
- Make the crumb topping: In a small bowl, combine the cold unsalted butter, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Use a fork or your fingers to press the mixture together until it forms soft crumbs that can be sprinkled over the grapefruit.
- Top and broil the grapefruit: Evenly sprinkle the crumb mixture over each grapefruit half. Place the grapefruit halves on a baking pan and broil on the top rack for about 8-9 minutes, or until the crumbs become lightly browned and caramelized.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately while warm, enjoying the perfect balance of tartness and caramelized sweetness.
Notes
- Keep a close eye on the grapefruit while broiling to avoid burning the topping.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle a little additional cinnamon or a few chopped nuts on top before serving.
- Use fresh, firm grapefruits for the best texture and flavor.
- This dessert is best served immediately to enjoy the warm caramelized topping with the juicy grapefruit beneath.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grapefruit half
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
