Best 2 Roasted Stone Fruit Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Roasted stone fruit, a delightful medley of summer's flavors, offers a tantalizing treat for your taste buds. The natural sweetness of the fruit, caramelized by the heat, creates a symphony of flavors that dances on your palate. Be it apricots, peaches, plums, or nectarines, the possibilities are endless when it comes to selecting the perfect fruit for roasting. Whether you prefer them as a sweet dessert or a savory side dish, roasted stone fruit is a versatile addition to any meal. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for roasted stone fruit, promising an unforgettable experience with every bite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED STONE FRUIT



Roasted Stone Fruit image

Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup sugar or honey
1/2 teaspoon ground spices (recommended: cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom), optional
3 to 4 cup (about 1 1/2 pounds) fresh fruit, pitted, sliced, or halved (recommended: peaches, plums, nectarines, apricots, pears, apples, pineapple, mangos, strawberries, or bananas)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract or 1/2 vanilla bean
1/4 cup fresh orange or lemon juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Roasted Stone Fruit Variations, recipes follow

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar and spices.
  • In another bowl, toss the fruit with the vanilla, and orange juice.
  • In a roasting pan or oven-proof baking dish, arrange the fruit cut-side up pouring any extra juice in the baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with sugar and spices.
  • Roast for approximately 20 minutes or until the fruit is fork tender.
  • Serve the roasted fruit over vanilla bean ice cream accompanied by a shortbread cookie. You could also serve fruit with fresh whipped cream or creme fraiche and use it as a filling or topping for crepes.
  • Roasted Fruit Variations:
  • Peaches and Cream: Roast peaches with cinnamon and nutmeg. Serve with sweetened cream in between sliced buttermilk biscuits.
  • Cranberry-Pear Walnut: Roast 4 sliced Anjou or Bosc pears with 3/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries. Substitute the brown sugar for white sugar and add cinnamon. After the pears are roasted top with toasted walnuts.
  • Vanilla-Roasted Nectarines: Roast the nectarines seasoned with cardamom and slightly increase the vanilla extract. Serve with creme fraiche that has been sweetened with honey and vanilla.

ROASTED STONE FRUIT WITH VANILLA ICE CREAM



Roasted Stone Fruit with Vanilla Ice Cream image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 27m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 plums, cut in 1/2 and pitted
2 peaches, cut in 1/2 and pitted
2 apricots or nectarines, cut in 1/2 and pitted
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, look for a little age and good quality
1 pint French vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the fruit in a small baking dish and drizzle with balsamic vinegar, season with a little salt and pepper and transfer to the oven. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes depending on how ripe your fruit is. Remove from the oven and divide between 4 dessert bowls, drizzle with any of the balsamic vinegar that is in the baking dish. Top each bowl with a scoop of ice cream.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful stone fruit for best results.
  • Toss the fruit in a mixture of sugar, spices, and herbs before roasting to enhance the flavor.
  • Roast the fruit at a high temperature to caramelize the sugars and create a slightly crispy exterior.
  • Keep an eye on the fruit while it roasts to prevent it from burning.
  • Serve the roasted fruit immediately with yogurt, ice cream, or pound cake.

Conclusion:

Roasted stone fruit is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a topping for other desserts. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a stunning and flavorful dish that will impress your friends and family. So next time you have some fresh stone fruit, give this recipe a try!

Related Topics