Fruit and Wine Dessert

4 servings

5 minutes

This Italian dessert embodies a blend of vibrant fruit notes and rich wine aroma, creating a refined taste with a hint of cinnamon spice. Its roots trace back to Mediterranean culinary traditions where fruits and wine often unite in sophisticated gastronomic masterpieces. Berries soaked in the warmth of red semi-sweet wine gain a rich flavor, while banana adds gentle sweetness. As it cools, the dessert acquires a special depth, and serving it with ice cream or pancakes turns it into a true delight. It is perfect for warm evenings when one wants to enjoy something special. The ease of preparation makes it accessible even for novice cooks, and the variability of ingredients allows for flavor experimentation, creating a unique treat worthy of Italian patisseries.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 227.4
• Proteins: 1.6g
• Fats: 0.2g
• Carbohydrates: 31.8g

Ingredients

• Red semi-sweet wine: 400 ml
• Sugar: to taste
• Cinnamon: to taste
• Fresh berries: 200 g
• Bananas: 150 g

Cooking steps

1. Heat the red semi-sweet wine. Add sugar and cinnamon to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red semi-sweet wine: 400 ml
   • Sugar:  to taste
   • Cinnamon:  to taste

2. Add berries (frozen ones will work too) to the wine and let it simmer a bit. Just 1.5 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh berries: 200 g

3. Slice the ripe banana and add it to the berries in wine right after you turn off the heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bananas: 150 g

4. Mix everything and let it sit until it cools down. Then you can put it in the fridge.

5. Serve with ice cream or pancakes.