Apricots and cherries under a crispy cracker crust
6 servings
60 minutes
This exquisite Italian dessert combines juicy apricots and cherries with a crispy caramelized crust of crackers and nuts. Its roots trace back to Mediterranean culinary traditions where fruits play a key role in sweet dishes. Apricots add delicate sweetness while cherries provide a refreshing tartness, creating a perfect balance of flavors. The crunchy crust with hints of vanilla and roasted almonds makes it a delightful treat. This dish is perfect for cozy family evenings as well as festive gatherings. It is served slightly warm to reveal the full depth of flavor and can be complemented with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of creamy custard.
1
Preheat the oven to 190˚C. In a large bowl, combine apricots, cherries, corn flour, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Extract the vanilla seeds from the pod; save the pod for other dishes.
- Apricots: 1 g
- Pitted cherries: 300 g
- Cornmeal: 2 g
- Brown sugar: 4 g
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Vanilla pod: 0.5 piece
2
Mix and transfer to a shallow baking dish (1½ l).
3
Combine crackers, butter, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Mix the butter with the cracker crumbs by hand until a uniform mixture forms.
- Crushed crackers: 4 pieces
- Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Coarse salt: to taste
4
Add the nuts and the remaining 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, mix by hand until smooth. Sprinkle the fruits with the resulting mixture.
- Roasted almonds: 40 g
- Brown sugar: 4 g
5
Bake for 35-45 minutes until the fruits bubble and the crust turns golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
