Broiled Persimmons with Almond Mascarpone
 

Broiled Persimmons with Almond Mascarpone

Caramelized persimmons sweetened with honey and paired with a tangy almond mascarpone is a simple dessert that pairs perfectly with your favorite cup of coffee or tea.
 

SERVING SIZE

4

INGREDIENTS

4 (Fuyu or Hachiya) persimmons, cut in half crosswise

3-4 tablespoons honey

1 lemon, zest and juice

2 tablespoons candied ginger, finely minced (optional)

9 ounces mascarpone cheese

2-3 tablespoons heavy cream

1 teaspoon pure almond extract or vanilla extract

 

INSTRUCTIONS

Turn broiler onto broil setting with rack placed 6 inches from the heat at the top of the oven. 

Slice persimmons in half crosswise. Place halves cut side up on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle each half with honey. Broil until tops are golden brown and caramelized, 6 -10 minutes. Remove from the oven, and drizzle with a little lemon juice, sprinkle with some candied ginger and lemon zest.

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk the mascarpone with the cream and the almond or vanilla extract until soft and creamy. Add in a squeeze of lemon juice. 

Serve persimmons hot, each half topped with a dollop of the mascarpone mixture and sprinkled with candied ginger and lemon zest. 

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