Baked Quince with Cinnamon

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 13

Sweet and fragrant baked quince with a touch of cinnamon

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

105 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

168

Sugar

34g

Fat

Baked quince with cinnamon is a classic dessert that is often served in upscale restaurants and hotels. Quince is a hard, fragrant fruit that is related to apples and pears, and has a unique floral aroma and tart flavor. When baked with cinnamon, sugar, and cloves, quince turns a beautiful deep golden color and becomes tender and sweet. This dessert pairs well with a light red or white wine, and is perfect for sharing with friends and family during the holidays.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Place the halved and cored quince in a baking dish.
3.	Insert the whole cloves evenly into the quince halves.
4.	In a medium saucepan, combine the water, port wine, cinnamon sticks, and white sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved completely.
5.	Pour the hot liquid over the quince in the baking dish.
6.	Bake the quince in the preheated oven for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the quince is tender and has turned a deep golden color.
7.	Serve hot with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

PROS

Baked quince with cinnamon is a sweet and elegant dessert that is perfect for special occasions.

The fragrant spices and tender fruit are sure to please anyone’s palate.

CONS

Baked quince may be difficult to find in some areas, and may be a bit expensive.
They also take a long time to cook compared to other fruits, so patience is required.

Additionally, this dessert is quite high in sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high sugar content, quince is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins C and A, and minerals such as potassium and iron. Cinnamon has been linked to a number of health benefits, including improved blood glucose control and reduced inflammation.

	3 quince , unpeeled , washed , halved and cored
	18 whole cloves
	1 1/2 cups water
	1/2 cup port wine
	3 cinnamon sticks
	1/3 cup white sugar
	1/3 cup heavy cream , whipped ( optional )