Best 10 Parsnip And Apple Dessert Recipes

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If you are on a quest to find the perfect parsnip and apple dessert recipe, you have come to the right place. This article will guide you through the process of creating a delectable dish that combines the earthy sweetness of parsnips with the crisp and tangy flavor of apples. With just a few simple steps, you can craft a dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. From classic pies and tarts to elegant cakes and crumbles, we have gathered a collection of recipes that cater to every taste and skill level. Whether you prefer a quick and easy dessert or a more elaborate creation, you are sure to find the perfect recipe in this comprehensive guide.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

PARSNIP AND APPLE PUREE



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 Fuji apples, peeled and cored
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 shallot, peeled and sliced
1 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
5 large fresh sage leaves
Water, to cover

Steps:

  • Cut 1 1/2 apples into chunks and dice the remaining 1/2 apple into small cubes. Set aside.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of the butter to a saucepan over medium-high heat and stir in the shallots. Saute for a minute or so, then add the apple chunks and cook until slightly golden. Stir in the parsnips, season with salt and pepper, to taste, and cook until caramelized. Once brown on all sides, add the sage leaves and cover with water. Simmer until soft or fork tender. Discard the sage and puree mixture and cooking liquid in a food processor until smooth. Taste for seasoning and adjust, if necessary.
  • In a small saute pan, melt and brown the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced apple, season with a pinch of salt only and saute until the apples are coated and just tender.
  • Transfer the puree to a serving bowl and top with the browned butter coated diced apples.

ROASTED PARSNIPS AND APPLES



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Surprise everyone at dinner with this savory, sweet combination.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 apples, such as Gala or Pink Lady, cored and diced large
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest plus 1 tablespoon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, combine parsnips and apples. Dot with butter. Roast until parsnips and apples are tender and golden, about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through. Toss with orange zest, orange juice, and cinnamon; season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g

PARSNIPS AND APPLES WITH MARSALA



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In 1954, the food writer Elizabeth David introduced her fellow Brits to carote al Marsala via her book "Italian Food." She warned readers that Marsala and carrots may sound like "an unsuitable combination," but lists the dish as one of her favorite vegetable recipes. Simmering the carrot in sweet wine until the liquid reduces to the point of becoming a glaze creates a delightful candying effect. The approach works equally well for parsnips and apples, which also have a natural sweetness, and any number of other root vegetables, like sunchokes or salsify.

Provided by Charlotte Druckman

Categories     easy, vegetables, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds parsnips
2 Granny Smith apples
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Kosher salt and black pepper
2/3 cup sweet Marsala
Chopped flat-leaf parsley, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Peel the parsnips and halve them lengthwise, if very thick. Peel and core the apples. Chop the parsnips and apples into 1-inch pieces.
  • Melt the butter in a large, heavy skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the parsnips and apples and cook, stirring continuously, until evenly coated with the butter, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring continuously, until the sugar melts, about 2 minutes. Pour in the Marsala, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add enough water to just barely cover the parsnips (about 2 cups). Bring to a simmer again, adjusting the heat as needed, then cover the pan and continue to simmer until the parsnips are just crisp-tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the lid, increase the heat and bring the liquid to a boil, reducing it until it turns into a syrupy sauce coating the parsnips and apples, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley, if using.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 191, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 445 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

APPLE-PARSNIP MASH



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Instead of mashed potatoes, try this sweet, lower-calorie puree, which needs only a bit of butter.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup water
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combineparsnips, apples, and water. Coverand bring to a boil over medium-high.Reduce heat to mediumand cook, covered, until parsnipsare completely tender, 25 to30 minutes. Transfer mixture to afood processor, add unsalted butter, and process untilsmooth. Season with coarsesalt and ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 2 g

PARSNIP CAKE WITH APPLE COMPOTE



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This quick bread is similar to carrot cake, except it uses parsnips for a unique, more fragrant result. Paired with star anise-spiked apple compote, this is perfect for anything from a holiday brunch to a casual dessert.

Provided by Elise Kornack

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 medium parsnips, peeled, about 2 cups grated
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, preferably fresh, 14 swipes on a Microplane
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, for greasing pan
Powdered sugar, for garnish
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 apples, peeled and diced, preferably Granny Smith
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 pod star anise
kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grate the parsnips over the largest hole of a box grater to yield about 2 cups, packed. Set aside. In another bowl, add the dry ingredients: cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, add the wet ingredients: brown sugar (technically a dry ingredient, but will mix better with the wet ingredients), vanilla extract, eggs, and vegetable oil. Whisk to combine. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, whisking after each addition. Fold in the parsnips; batter will look dry at first, but will loosen up as the parsnips release their water. Set aside.
  • Grease the loaf pan with butter, then spread batter into the prepared pan. Place into the oven on the middle rack. Bake until cooked through, about 40 minutes. Meanwhile, make the Apple Compote.
  • Apple Compote: In a saucepan over medium heat, add butter, apples, brown sugar, and star anise. Bring to a simmer, uncovered, about 5 minutes. Then cover and continue to simmer at a low heat until apples are soft, 8-10 minutes.
  • Check cake for doneness: The cake should be golden brown and bounce back to the touch; a knife inserted into the center should come out clean. Place pan on a wire rack and let cool for 5 minutes. Turn the cake out of the pan and continue cooling on the rack, 30 more minutes. Meanwhile, remove Apple Compote from heat and stir in a sprinkle of salt; remove and discard the star anise. Transfer compote to a serving dish.
  • Assembly: Slice the cake into 1-inch slices, and arrange on a platter. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with Apple Compote on the side.

ARIADNE'S NEW ENGLAND PARSNIP-APPLE-ONION BAKE



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Buttery smooth parsnips, delicately sweetened with apples, caramelized onions, and nutmeg, with lemon and pepper seasoning, make a delicious complement to poultry or spiced fish entrees. Casserole can be prepared up to one day in advance, just cover and refrigerate before baking. Leftovers are great reheated in the morning as a side to eggs with biscuits and sausage gravy.

Provided by Ariadne

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 ½ cups water
½ pound parsnips, peeled cut into 1-inch chunks
4 cloves garlic, crushed and minced
½ bay leaf
½ teaspoon dried thyme
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup butter, at room temperature, divided
¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg, or to taste
¼ teaspoon powdered lemon rind
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 lemon wedge
1 large Granny Smith apple, cored and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine broth, water, parsnips, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover partially, and cook until parsnips are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a 9-inch glass pie plate with 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Add 1/2 cup butter, nutmeg, and lemon rind to the bowl with the parsnips. Use an electric mixer to beat until mixed thoroughly but still slightly chunky. Transfer mixture to the prepared pie plate.
  • Melt remaining butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until translucent and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Spread onion evenly over parsnip mixture.
  • Place apple slices in a bowl and add a squeeze of lemon juice; toss to coat. Spread apple slices evenly over onion. Season with additional lemon juice, nutmeg, and pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and top is beginning to crisp, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 211.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

PARSNIP MASH WITH APPLE



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Finnish your meal with this splendid side dish. Perfect with pork chops or sausages

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish, Supper

Time 27m

Number Of Ingredients 6

850g parsnip , peeled and cut into small chunks
2 Bramley apples , peeled, cored and quartered
50g butter , plus a little extra to serve
¼ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp ground coriander
100ml milk

Steps:

  • Cook the parsnip and apple in a pan of salted simmering water for 10 mins until tender, then drain. Put the pan back on the heat, add the butter and spices, then cook for a few mins before adding the milk and warming through.
  • Add this to the parsnips and apple, season well then whizz in the food processor until smooth, or mash well by hand. Spoon into a bowl and drizzle with a little melted butter to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 22 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.28 milligram of sodium

PARSNIP AND APPLE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Potato     Appetizer     Apple     Leek     Parsnip     Fall     Shallot     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

For soup
1 large boiling potato
2 parsnips (about 1/2 pound), peeled and chopped fine
3 shallots, chopped fine (about 1/4 cup)
1 leek (white and pale green part only), trimmed, halved lengthwise, washed well, and chopped fine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
2 to 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup apple cider or juice
1/2 cup heavy cream
For fried parsnip
vegetable oil for deep-frying parsnip
1 parsnip, peeled and cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • Make soup:
  • Peel potato and cut into 1/4-inch dice. In a heavy kettle cook potato, parsnips, shallots, leek and parsley in butter over moderate heat, stirring, until leek is softened, about 12 minutes. Add broth and simmer, covered, 20 minutes, or until vegetables are very soft. In a blender purée mixture in batches and transfer to a large saucepan. Stir in cider or juice, cream, and salt and pepper to taste and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Keep soup warm.
  • Make fried parsnip:
  • In a heavy saucepan heat 1 inch oil to 360°F. on a deep-fat thermometer and fry parsnip strips in batches until golden brown, transferring with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Season fried parsnip with salt.
  • Serve soup topped with fried parsnip.

SLOW COOKER PARSNIP AND APPLE SOUP



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Here's a light, lovely soup ideal for a first course at your next special dinner. You'll love the harmony of fall flavors. -Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium tart apples, chopped
2 cups chopped parsnips
1 cup thinly sliced fresh carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each ) vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary, plus more for topping
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fresh cracked pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, until parsnips are tender, 3 hours. If desired, top with additional minced rosemary and cracked pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PARSNIP AND APPLE DESSERT



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Parsnips and green apples come together for a healthy dessert. Great for those who are watching calories and fat and trying to eat more fruits and veggies. If you're really health conscious, you can omit the butter and add water to the pan in its place. Cook longer for desired texture; cook less or not at all for a healthier raw dessert.

Provided by Tiff33

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
1 large parsnip, peeled and cut into long thin pieces
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat; cook apples and parsnip in the melted butter until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Stir water, brown sugar, and cinnamon into apple-parsnip mixture; cook until sugar dissolves and apple-parsnip mixture has softened, about 5 minutes. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 28 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right parsnips: Look for firm, smooth parsnips with no blemishes. Avoid any that are soft, shriveled, or have dark spots.
  • Peel the parsnips thinly: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the parsnips: This will help prevent them from breaking apart.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When roasting the parsnips, make sure to spread them out in a single layer so that they cook evenly.
  • Roast the parsnips until they are tender: This will take about 20-25 minutes. You can check to see if they are done by piercing them with a fork. If the fork goes through easily, they are ready.
  • Add the apples towards the end of roasting: This will prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Serve the parsnips and apples warm: They can be served with a variety of toppings, such as butter, brown sugar, or maple syrup.

Conclusion:

Parsnip and apple dessert is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy these two seasonal vegetables. The parsnips provide a sweet and earthy flavor, while the apples add a tart and juicy contrast. This dish is perfect for a fall or winter dessert and can be served with a variety of toppings, such as butter, brown sugar, or maple syrup.

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