Prunes Palazzo
Elevate your dessert game with Prunes Palazzo, a stunning fusion of spiced citrus and creamy decadence. This elegant dish features tender, poached prunes simmered gently in a fragrant blend of freshly squeezed orange juice, cinnamon, cloves, and orange zest, creating a luscious syrup that's bursting with warm, citrusy flavors. Paired with a velvety mascarpone cream, lightly sweetened and whipped to perfection, every bite strikes a balance between sweetness and spice. Ready in just 30 minutes, this sophisticated yet simple dessert is ideal for dinner parties or indulging in a luxurious treat at home. Garnish with a sprig of mint for an added touch of freshness, and serve warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing end to any meal.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams prunes (pitted)
- 500 ml water
- 150 ml orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 4 pieces whole cloves
- 3 pieces orange zest (strips)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 200 grams mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 sprig mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine water, orange juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, and orange zest strips. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Step 2
Add the prunes to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and allow the prunes to poach for 15-20 minutes, or until they are plump and tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the prunes cool slightly in the syrup to absorb the flavors.
Step 4
While the prunes are cooling, prepare the mascarpone cream. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy. Adjust sweetness to taste, if desired.
Step 5
To serve, spoon the warm or room-temperature prunes into dessert bowls, ensuring each portion includes some of the spiced citrus syrup.
Step 6
Top each serving with a generous dollop of mascarpone cream and garnish with a mint leaf, if using.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, elegant flavors of Prunes Palazzo.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1528.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2700.8 |
| Total Fat 98.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 316mg | 0% |
| Sodium 67.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 465.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 39.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 318.9g | |
| Protein 21.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 609.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4171.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories