TEA INFUSED PRUNES AND FIGS

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This is one of those dishes that taste sooo much better than it sounds. If the mention of prunes bring back nightmare memories of school dinners (prunes and cold custard Urgh!!), you could use dried apricots instead. (Prep time includes cooling time)

Provided by WicklewoodWench

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 earl grey tea bags
4 tablespoons brandy (or Marsala)
4 ounces caster sugar
2 slices lemon zest
1 cinnamon stick
1 sprig rosemary
9 ounces soft prunes
5 ounces soft dried figs
7 ounces pot Greek yogurt
1 vanilla pod

Steps:

  • Boil 1 pint of water in a medium saucepan.
  • Remove from heat and add the tea bags and steep for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the teabag from the pan and add the brandy (or Marsala), sugar, lemon, cinnamon and rosemary to the tea.
  • Add the prunes and figs, bring to the boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile place the yoghurt in a bowl and split the vanilla pod to remove the seeds, add the seeds to the yoghurt, and mix well.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and set aside until completely cold.
  • Remove the cinnamon, lemon and rosemary.
  • Serve with vanilla yoghurt.

Lexy Helmer
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I'm allergic to tea, so I can't try these tea-infused prunes and figs. But they look delicious!


Marya Kimari
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I'm not sure how I feel about tea-infused prunes and figs. They sound a little strange.


Ff Bd
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I've never seen tea-infused prunes and figs before. They look interesting.


Huzafa Awan
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These are a great way to use up leftover tea. I love that they're both healthy and delicious.


Sihle Sidu
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I'm not a big fan of prunes, but these tea-infused ones are actually really good. The tea flavor really mellows out the prune flavor.


Ako Lucky
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These are so good! I love the combination of the tea and the fruit.


MD:MEHEDI HASAN NAHID KHAN
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I made these tea-infused prunes and figs for my friends, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Noor Noor
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These are the perfect snack for a tea party. They're sweet, tart, and just a little bit chewy.


Jitu Kahar
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I've never had tea-infused prunes and figs before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They're so flavorful and unique.


Kashif Hd studio
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These prunes and figs are so easy to make, and they're absolutely delicious. I love the way the tea flavor permeates the fruit.


Sobanjo Temitope
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I love the unique flavor of these tea-infused prunes and figs. They're perfect for a snack or dessert, and they're also a great way to use up leftover tea.


Sobia Naveed
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These tea-infused prunes and figs are a delightful treat! The flavors of the tea and fruit blend perfectly, and the texture is both chewy and tender. I will definitely be making these again!


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