Heaven On Earth

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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A warm, spiced baked apple and pear crumble topped with golden meringue
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This comforting dessert combines tender baked apples and pears with warm spices, layered over buttered sponge cake and crowned with a fluffy, sweet meringue. The result is a delightful contrast of textures: soft fruit, crisp cake, and airy, torched peaks. It’s the perfect make-ahead dish for family gatherings or cozy weekend dinners. Simple ingredients come together to create a sophisticated yet homey treat that feels indulgent without being overly complex. Serve warm with a dollop of cream or ice cream for an unforgettable finale to any meal.

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Heaven On Earth

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 78.0

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This comforting dessert combines tender baked apples and pears with warm spices, layered over buttered sponge cake and crowned with a fluffy, sweet meringue. The result is a delightful contrast of textures: soft fruit, crisp cake, and airy, torched peaks. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect make-ahead dish for family gatherings or cozy weekend dinners. Simple ingredients come together to create a sophisticated yet homey treat that feels indulgent without being overly complex. Serve warm with a dollop of cream or ice cream for an unforgettable finale to any meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
  2. Core and quarter the peeled apples.
  3. Place the apple quarters in an ovenproof baking dish.
  4. Grate the rind of half a lemon and squeeze its juice over the apples.
  5. Sprinkle 2 oz of sugar over the apples.
  6. Cover the dish with buttered greaseproof paper or foil.
  7. Bake for 35 minutes until the apples are softened but still holding their shape.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 275ðF (140ðC).
  9. Meanwhile, peel, core, and quarter 4 ripe pears.
  10. Add the pear quarters to the baking dish with the apples.
  11. Grate the rind of the remaining half lemon and add the juice along with 2 tsp mixed spice.
  12. Gently toss the fruit to combine with the spices and juices.
  13. Slice a sponge cake into cubes and butter them generously.
  14. Arrange the buttered cake cubes over the fruit, ensuring the buttered side faces up.
  15. Briefly brown the cake under the grill (broiler) until lightly golden.
  16. In a clean bowl, whisk 6 egg whites until they begin to stiffen.
  17. Gradually add 12 oz caster sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whisk.
  18. Once half the sugar is added, fold in the remaining sugar until the meringue is stiff and glossy.
  19. Pile the meringue over the cake and fruit, using a fork to create peaks.
  20. Return to the oven and bake for 25 minutes until the meringue is set and lightly golden.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 78.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 21.0g8%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
Sugars 15.0g
Protein 0.4g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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