Ginger-Maple Apples in Syrup with Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe
Description: Indulge in the delightful combination of tender apples infused with ginger-maple syrup, generously spooned over creamy vanilla ice cream. This dessert is a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors, making it a cozy treat for winter nights.
Keywords: Dessert, Apple, Fruit, Winter, Spicy, < 30 Mins, Stove Top
Servings: 4
Yield: 1 batch
Total Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3/4 cup | Sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Water |
| 2 | Fresh ginger slices (thin) |
| 1/4 cup | Real maple syrup |
| 2 | Apples (peeled and diced) |
| Vanilla ice cream |
Directions:
For the Ginger Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, combine 3/4 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
Infusing with Ginger:
- Add thin slices of fresh ginger to the syrup, and reduce the heat to simmer.
- Allow the ginger to infuse its flavor into the syrup, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes.
Straining the Syrup:
- Once the ginger has infused the syrup, remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Strain the syrup to remove the ginger slices, allowing the ginger-flavored syrup to remain.
For the Apple Topping:
- Peel and dice 2 apples into small, bite-sized pieces.
Cooking the Apples:
- In a separate small saucepan, combine the diced apples with the ginger syrup over low to medium heat.
- Pour in 1/4 cup of real maple syrup, stirring gently to coat the apples evenly.
Simmering:
- Simmer the apple mixture, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender yet still firm, and the syrup has thickened slightly.
Serving:
- Once the apples are cooked to perfection, remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Spoon the warm ginger-maple apples and syrup generously over scoops of creamy vanilla ice cream.
Enjoy!
Indulge in the heavenly combination of warm, spiced apples and cool, creamy ice cream, creating a dessert experience that’s both comforting and satisfying. Serve immediately and relish every spoonful of this delectable treat.
