“Starlit Delight”

Allergens

Dairy (White Chocolate)

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• Pinch of sea salt
• 1 1/2 cups chopped mixed fruits (apricots, figs, dates)
• 2 cups white chocolate, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Edible silver leaf

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine water and sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little cold water to form a slurry. Gradually add the slurry into the simmering sugar mixture while continuously stirring until thickened.
3. Stir in cinnamon, cardamom, and salt. Fold in chopped fruits. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4. In a double boiler, melt white chocolate with butter until smooth.
5. Slowly pour the melted chocolate into the fruit mixture, stirring continuously to combine. Pour this mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until set.
6. Cut into squares and garnish each piece with a delicate sprinkle of edible silver leaf.

Chef’s Insight

A blend of exotic spices with silky white chocolate brings an exquisite contrast to this dish.

Notes

This dessert is best served cold and with a hot beverage like Turkish tea or coffee.