Apples, Apricots, and Pears with Almond Cream
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Description: Delight in a refreshing end to any meal with this beautifully simple recipe for Apples, Apricots, and Pears with Almond Cream. Tossed together with a luscious, light almond-flavored cream, this dish brings a touch of elegance and flavor to your dinner table, making it a family favorite in no time. Light and enticing, it’s perfect for those moments when you crave something both sweet and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tart apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
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Prepare the Fruit: Begin by placing the sliced pears, tart apples, and chopped dried apricots into a large mixing bowl. Gently toss the fruit to combine and set aside as you prepare the almond cream.
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Make the Almond Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, pour in the heavy whipping cream. Using an electric mixer, beat the cream on high speed until soft peaks begin to form. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks are achieved, which means the cream will hold its shape when you lift the beaters out.
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Flavor the Cream: Gently fold in the orange zest and almond extract into the whipped cream. This adds a delightful hint of citrus and nutty flavor that will beautifully complement the fruit.
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Combine and Serve: Carefully fold the flavored cream into the bowl of prepared fruit. Mix until the fruit is evenly coated with the almond cream. Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or chill briefly to allow the flavors to meld together even more.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 258.7
- Fat: 14.9 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9.2 grams
- Cholesterol: 54.3 milligrams
- Sodium: 19.2 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 33 grams
- Fiber: 4.1 grams
- Sugar: 25.7 grams
- Protein: 1.6 grams
Servings: 6
Enjoy this easy-to-make dessert that’s both indulgent and light, a perfect finish to any meal or a sweet treat to enjoy on its own. 🍏🍐🍑
