Baked Apricots with Ginger Cream

4 servings

30 minutes

Baked apricots with ginger cream is a refined Italian delicacy that combines vibrant fruity sweetness with a spicy kick. This dessert has roots in Mediterranean cuisine traditions, where fresh fruits and aromatic spices play a key role. The baked apricots become soft, revealing their rich flavor, while caramelized brown sugar gives them a light crispy crust. Delicate cream whipped with fresh ginger juice adds spiciness and creamy airiness. Cardamom subtly highlights exotic notes, making the dessert even more mysterious and sophisticated. Perfect as a conclusion to a romantic dinner or festive feast, delivering true gastronomic pleasure.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 269.8
• Proteins: 2.1g
• Fats: 17.6g
• Carbohydrates: 29.7g

Ingredients

• Grated ginger: 1 tbsp
• Cream 40%: 0.5 glass
• Sugar: 1 tbsp
• Apricots: 500 g
• Brown sugar: 4 tsp
• Butter: 1 tbsp
• Ground cardamom: 0.1 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the grill in the oven.

2. In a large bowl, squeeze the juice from the ginger wrapped in cheesecloth — you should get about 1 teaspoon of juice. Add cream and white sugar to the juice. Whip with a mixer until thick foam forms and refrigerate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated ginger: 1 tablespoon
   • Cream 40%: 0.5 glass
   • Sugar: 1 tablespoon

3. Cut the apricots in half and remove the pit. Place them on a baking sheet cut side up and sprinkle with brown sugar. Top with pieces of butter and sprinkle with cardamom. Grill for 2-5 minutes until golden.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apricots: 500 g
   • Brown sugar: 4 teaspoons
   • Butter: 1 tablespoon
   • Ground cardamom: 0.1 teaspoon

4. Serve in dessert bowls, decorate with cream, and serve immediately.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream 40%: 0.5 glass