Incorporate The Sweetness Of Seasonal Fruits Into Desserts With These 3 Recipes – News18

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

Peach Ginger Crumble

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.

Apple Cinnamon Crisp

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.

Cranberry Orange Upside-Down Cake

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.