Description
These Mini Trifles combine the delicate flavors of apricots, cardamom, and pistachios in a neat, individual portion that looks as stunning as it tastes.
Ingredients
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- 6 ripe apricots, halved
- 3 ripe apricots, for decoration
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla essence
- 5 cardamom pods, crushed to expose seeds
- Pinch of cinnamon
- 2 cups milk
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Stew the apricots: Place 6 halved apricots in a saucepan with 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla essence, 5 crushed cardamom pods, and a pinch of cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the apricots are soft and the liquid is syrupy. Allow to cool.
- Prepare the custard: In a separate saucepan, heat 2 cups of milk over medium heat until just simmering. In a bowl, whisk together 2 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/4 cup honey. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Whip the cream: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whip until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the trifles: In individual serving glasses, layer the stewed apricots, custard, and whipped cream. Top with a few slices of the reserved fresh apricots and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios.
- Chill the trifles in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
To prevent the trifle from becoming too sloppy, serve in individual glasses for a neat presentation. These trifles can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. For a nut-free version, omit the pistachios. You can substitute the apricots with peaches if desired.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trifle
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 80