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    Home » Breakfast & Brunch » Grapefruit Brûlée Recipe

    Grapefruit Brûlée Recipe

    Nov 10, 2019 · by Valentina · 32 Comments

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    This Grapefruit Brûlée recipe takes grapefruit to the next level. It's deliciously light, sweet and super impressive for guests. You can make this grapefruit brûlée without a blowtorch if you don't have one -- just pop them under the broiler.Grapefruit Brulee with fresh mint in a n orange bowl

    Is this dessert?

    A side of fresh fruit?

    Breakfast? Brunch?Four Ruby Red grapefruit halves in glass baking dish

    When to Serve Grapefruit Brûlée

    I'll tell you what, it's amazingly delicious and beautiful whenever you serve it.

    I especially love serving it for brunch, but I love it after dinner, too. Maybe even with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

    two images of grapefruit being cut

    How perfect would a bite of Grapefruit Brûlée be after a hearty, savory dish? 

    Oh, and this is becoming a favorite for breakfast, too. Why not?

    It's so refreshing and bright -- a perfect way to begin any day.

    four grapefruit halves with heart-shaped measuring spoon with brown sugar

    Can you make Grapefruit Brûlée without a blowtorch?

    Good news! You can make this grapefruit brûlée without blowtorch. (Of course if you have one, use it). Otherwise, placing the lightly sugar-coated grapefruits under a broiler will also do the trick.

    (Both methods are explained in detail in the recipe below.)

    brown sugar all over Ruby Red Grapefruit half

    Recipe Tips

    • It's important not to skip over the step of loosening each grapefruit segment with a paring knife. This is done by going around the edge, inside the pith, and between the segments. The only reason to skip this step is if you plan to serve them with grapefruit spoons.
    • I prefer this recipe with brown sugar because it adds a subtle maple-y flavor. That said, you can also use granulated sugar.
    • You can't really tell your guests how to eat (go figure ;-), however, at least for your portion, do not throw the grapefruit remains away without first squeezing the juice into a spoon or a glass. It's so delicious mixed with the brown sugar. You won't want to miss a drop!

    Grapefruit being torched for Grapefruit Brulee

    Whether you have the Grapefruit Brûlée for breakfast, a first course or dessert, I hope you love it as much as my family and I do!

    Four Bruleed grapefruit halves

    More delicious recipes with grapefruit:

    • Grapefruit Avocado Salad Recipe
    • Honey Grapefruit Popsicles
    • Grapefruit Marmalade Recipe with Jalapeños
    • Pickled Ginger-Citrus Salad with Creamy Wasabi Dressing
    Onse serving of Grapefruit Brulee with fresh mint

    Minty Grapefruit Brûlée

    Valentina K. Wein
    This Grapefruit Brûlée recipe takes grapefruit to the next level. It's deliciously light, sweet and super impressive for guests. You can make this grapefruit brûlée without a blowtorch if you don't have one -- just pop them under the broiler. 
    4.91 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 14 mins
    Cook Time 1 min
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Breakfast, Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 115 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 large Ruby Red grapefruit
    • 2 tablespoons golden brown sugar
    • fresh mint for garnish, washed and dried

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the grapefruit in half, horizontally. Then use a grapefruit knife, or sharp paring knife to cut around each segment, inside the membranes, and around the inside of the pith. If the halves are wobbly, slice about ¼ to ½-inch off of the bottom to create a base.
    • Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the sugar over each grapefruit half.
    • Then use a small kitchen blow torch or the broiler to brown the sugar. If you are using the torch, simply turn it on medium-high and evenly go around until all the sugar has caramelized. If you are using the broiler, place the grapefruit halves on a baking sheet, and adjust a rack so it's directly under the flame. Broil the grapefruit just until the sugar caramelizes, about 1 minute. Watch it carefully, as it can burn easily.
    • Garnish with mint and serve.
    Keywords desserts for breakfast, great for brunch
    Have you tried this recipe?I'd love to see it on Instagram! Tag me at @cookingontheweekends or leave a comment & rating below.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. beti

      February 17, 2012 at 5:11 am

      it looks really beautiful! lovely colors

      Reply
    2. Arina

      February 19, 2012 at 1:20 pm

      this is my kind of dessert. Although i'd use honey instead of sugar. It's a great idea

      Reply
      • valentina

        February 20, 2012 at 6:30 am

        Arina, thank you! Yes, honey would also be lovely!

        Reply
    3. amee

      February 28, 2012 at 4:58 am

      so pretty and such a creative idea...and i love mint.

      Reply
    4. Tracy

      February 11, 2019 at 8:07 pm

      Wow! What a brilliant idea! Sooo perfect for brunch!

      Reply
      • valentina

        February 12, 2019 at 8:34 am

        And who doesn't love brunch? 😉

        Reply
    5. Jillian

      February 11, 2019 at 8:20 pm

      What a great way to make a simple breakfast treat fancy! Love it!

      Reply
      • valentina

        February 12, 2019 at 8:35 am

        Thanks, Jillian. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Adriana Lopez Martin

      February 11, 2019 at 9:22 pm

      My mom introduced me to grilled grapefruit as a starter before the main meal, it is delightful and I liked you added mint for freshness.

      Reply
      • valentina

        February 12, 2019 at 8:35 am

        Thanks Adriana. Love that.

        Reply
    7. Debalina Mitra

      February 11, 2019 at 11:46 pm

      That's looks like a great idea. Colourful and refreshing!

      Reply
      • valentina

        February 12, 2019 at 8:35 am

        Thanks!

        Reply
    8. Elizabeth

      February 12, 2019 at 12:22 am

      What a clever dessert! My grapefruit loving daughter would LOVE this! I'll have to surprise her with it. 🙂

      Reply
      • valentina

        February 12, 2019 at 8:36 am

        I hope she does. 🙂 Thanks!

        Reply
    9. Michelle Miller

      February 12, 2019 at 6:40 am

      Such a sexy dessert! I love how healthy it is and how ingenuous it is too. Great idea to turn a fruit into such a treat. Love everything caramelized too so you've really won me over!!

      Reply
      • valentina

        February 12, 2019 at 8:36 am

        Yay! I'm a sucker for all things caramelized too. 🙂 Thanks!

        Reply
    10. angiesrecipes

      November 10, 2019 at 9:13 pm

      Those grapefruits are simply stunning! A delicious and guilt free dessert :-))

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 11, 2019 at 9:53 am

        Yes, guilt free! Love that. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    11. Kim Lange

      November 11, 2019 at 4:04 am

      This method I would think would really bring that grapefruit flavor out even more and the brulee-ing sounds incredible and genius! Pinned!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 11, 2019 at 9:54 am

        Thanks, Kim. It is delicious with the brown sugar. Of course I love fresh fruit in its natural state, but sometimes a little extra sweetness is perfect. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    12. Jeff the Chef

      November 11, 2019 at 5:42 am

      I've never had or even heard of this, but it's so simple that of course I've got to try it!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 11, 2019 at 9:54 am

        I hope you love it, Jeff! Thanks. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    13. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

      November 11, 2019 at 7:46 am

      Hubby and I are huge grapefruit fans so I know we'd enjoy this! Love the suggestion of serving with vanilla ice cream for dessert. And since it's fruit, I wouldn't mind having extra 😉 Hope you have an awesome week, my friend!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 11, 2019 at 9:56 am

        Thank you, Dawn! We had 3 extra on Sat. when I made these for a brunch and I ate all of them. 😲 Enjoy!:-) ~Valentina

        Reply
    14. Ron

      November 12, 2019 at 2:56 am

      Absolutely fabulous idea. You know sometimes simple dishes are better. I'll be serving this after a brunch of cold-smoked salmon and fresh bagels next Sunday. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 13, 2019 at 12:02 pm

        Thanks, Ron. Hope you love it! Now I'm craving the smoked salmon and bagels. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    15. David @ Spiced

      November 12, 2019 at 5:14 am

      My grandma in Texas always sends us a huge box of ruby red grapefruit every Christmas season. It's almost time for that grapefruit to show up at the door, and I totally know how I'm going to eat it this year. I've never bruleed a grapefruit...but I'm totally doing it now! Love this one, Val!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 13, 2019 at 11:59 am

        Thanks, David. What an awesome gift. I love when produce show up at my front door. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    16. Mimi

      November 13, 2019 at 4:51 am

      What a fabulous idea! I love my little blow torch. It’s a handy tool. Thank you!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 13, 2019 at 11:59 am

        Thanks, Mimi. I love my little torch too. It doesn't come out too often, but when it does, I'm so happy to have it. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    17. David Scott Allen

      November 15, 2019 at 3:37 pm

      Just coming into grapefruit season here - can’t wait to try this! That deep ruby red is STUNNING!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 16, 2019 at 5:02 pm

        Thanks so much, David! 🙂

        Reply

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