Best 4 Spiced Fruit Bake Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tempting Spiced Fruit Bake, a delectable dessert that combines the natural sweetness of seasonal fruits with a medley of aromatic spices. This classic dish is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, thanks to its vibrant colors and enticing aroma. With our easy-to-follow recipes, you can recreate this timeless dessert in your own kitchen and impress your loved ones with your culinary skills.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

FRUIT AND SPICE BAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 teaspoon each ground cardamom and cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon each ground cloves, coriander and ginger
1/4 cup honey
4 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons rum
1/2 ripe pineapple, cored and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 peaches, blanched, peeled, pitted and quartered
2 pears, peeled, cored and quartered
Mint or vanilla ice cream, optional
Fresh mint leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Combine the spices with the honey, butter and rum. Arrange the pineapple, peaches and pears in a 9-inch round pyrex baking pan. Drizzle spice mixture over the top and bake for 1 hour (bake while your family or guests are having dinner.)
  • Serve warm with ice cream; garnish with mint.

HOT SPICED FRUIT



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My baked pears with apples and cranberries have a touch of sweetness and spice - just like a pie without the crust. Spiced fruit warms up any occasion. -Lin Koppen, Orchard Park, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup cranberry or white grape juice
3 medium pears, peeled and sliced
3 medium apples, peeled and sliced
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed and chopped
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients; gradually whisk in cranberry juice., In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine remaining ingredients. Pour cranberry juice mixture over top., Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until pears and apples are tender, stirring once. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SPICED FRUIT



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Sue Gronholz of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin turn convenient canned fruit into something special with cinnamon, cloves, rosemary and lemon juice. With its festive flavor, the sunny dish is perfect for a Christmas brunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) pear halves
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each)
3 fresh rosemary sprigs (2 inches each)
4 whole cloves

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple and pears, reserving 1-1/2 cups juice. Place the pineapple, pears and oranges in a bowl; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the lemon juice, cinnamon sticks, rosemary, cloves and reserved juices; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. , Pour over fruit. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Discard cinnamon sticks, rosemary and cloves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICED HOT FRUIT



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Irene Howard of Shanandoah, Iowa shares her recipe for a crowd-pleasing compote that takes advantage of convenient canned fruit. Its sweet, buttery sauce, spiced with ginger and cinnamon, makes a warm and wonderful addition to any breakfast buffet.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 10 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (one 20 ounces, one 8 ounces) pineapple chunks
2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) apricots, drained and quartered
1 can (29 ounces) sliced peaches, drained
1 can (29 ounces) pear halves, drained and quartered
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. In an ungreased shallow 3-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine the pineapple, apricots, peaches and pears; set aside. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, ginger and reserved pineapple juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes. Discard cinnamon sticks. Pour over fruit. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose firm, ripe fruit: This will help the fruit hold its shape during baking.
  • Use a variety of fruits: This will add color, flavor, and texture to the bake.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking dish: The fruit should be in a single layer so that it can cook evenly.
  • Bake the fruit until it is tender: The fruit should be soft but still hold its shape.
  • Serve the fruit bake warm or at room temperature: It can be topped with whipped cream, ice cream, or yogurt.

Conclusion:

A spiced fruit bake is a delicious and easy dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover fruit, and it is also a healthy and nutritious snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying treat that will be sure to please everyone.

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