Oct 14,2024
Indulge in these delicious spiced fruit desserts, which combine the natural sweetness of seasonal fruits with a blend of warm spices. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a comforting treat, these recipes offer a unique twist on classic sweets. From the zesty Peach Ginger Crumble and the comforting Apple Cinnamon Crisp to the vibrant Cranberry Orange Upside-Down Cake, each dish showcases bold flavors that will elevate your dessert table with ease and a touch of warmth. Chef Supreet Ghai, Director of Culinary, ibis & ibis Styles India shares 3 recipes for the festive season
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
– 4-5 ripe peaches, sliced
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tsp grated fresh ginger
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/4 tsp cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp nutmeg
For the Crumble:
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
– 1/4 cup chopped almonds (optional)
– 1 tsp ground ginger
– Pinch of salt
Method:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the filling:
– In a large bowl, mix sliced peaches, granulated sugar, grated ginger, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Prepare the crumble:
– In another bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, cold butter, chopped almonds (if using), ground ginger, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
4. Assemble:
– Transfer peach mixture to a Ramekin bowls for baking.
– Top with crumble mixture, spreading evenly.
5. Bake:
– 35-40 minutes or until topping is golden brown and fruit is tender.
Ingredients:
– 6-8 medium apples, peeled and sliced
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1/2 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix sliced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Transfer apple mixture to a 9×9-inch baking dish.
4. Combine oats, brown sugar, and cold butter; mix until crumbly.
5. Top apple mixture with oat mixture.
6. Bake 35-40 minutes or until topping is golden brown and apples are tender.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
– 1 cup orange juice
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 2 tsp grated orange zest
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp baking powder
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
3. Mix cranberries, orange juice, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
4. Arrange cranberry mixture in the prepared pan.
5. Prepare cake batter: combine flour, baking powder, salt, softened butter, eggs, and orange zest.
6. Pour batter over cranberry mixture.
7. Bake 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Let cool 10 minutes; invert onto a serving plate.