Tea Infused Prunes And Figs Recipe

Transform ordinary prunes and figs into an extraordinary dessert! This elegant recipe infuses sweet, juicy fruit with aromatic tea, brandy, and warming spices. Forget those childhood prune nightmares – this dish is a revelation of flavor. Easily adaptable with dried apricots if you prefer. The rich, tea-infused fruit is perfectly complemented by creamy vanilla yogurt for a sophisticated and surprisingly simple treat.

Prep Time 40 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 370.4 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tea Infused Prunes And Figs

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How to Make Tea Infused Prunes And Figs

  1. Boil 1 pint (475ml) of water in a medium saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat and add 2 black tea bags (or your preferred tea type). Steep for 10 minutes.
  3. Remove tea bags. Add 2 tablespoons of brandy, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1/2 lemon (juiced), 1 cinnamon stick, and 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary to the tea.
  4. Add 1 cup (150g) pitted prunes and 1 cup (150g) dried figs. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine 1 cup (250g) plain Greek yogurt and the seeds from 1 vanilla pod. Mix well.
  7. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool completely (approx. 30 mins).
  8. Remove the cinnamon stick, lemon zest (if used), and rosemary sprigs.
  9. Serve the tea-infused prunes and figs over the vanilla yogurt. Garnish as desired (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

261g

Fat

0g

Carbs

28g