Cabernet Sauvignon Poached Figs

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16

Cabernet Sauvignon Poached Figs recipe for a gourmet dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

160

Sugar

23g

Fat

Cabernet Sauvignon Poached Figs are a luxurious and indulgent dessert that are sure to impress even the most discerning diners. This recipe transforms ordinary dried figs into a sophisticated and elegant dessert, drawing out their natural sweetness with the bold flavor of cabernet sauvignon wine. The deep garnet hue of the wine contrasts beautifully with the bright white of the vanilla ice cream, making for a visually stunning dish. Whether you're serving them to dinner guests or enjoying them as a special treat at home, Cabernet Sauvignon Poached Figs are the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350F.
2.	Place the split figs in an oven-safe dish and set aside.
3.	Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
4.	Add the brown sugar and clove to the saucepan, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sugar has dissolved.
5.	Pour the cabernet sauvignon wine into the saucepan, stirring to combine.
6.	Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the wine has reduced slightly.
7.	Pour the wine mixture over the figs in the oven-safe dish, adding enough water to cover the figs if needed.
8.	Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until the figs are tender and the wine has thickened into a syrupy sauce.
9.	Serve the figs warm with a drizzle of the sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

PROS

Cabernet Sauvignon Poached Figs are a sophisticated and elegant dessert, perfect for impressing dinner guests.

The wine-infused figs are sweet and juicy, and the warm sauce pairs perfectly with cool vanilla ice cream.

This recipe is relatively easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

This recipe requires a fair amount of prep time and oven time, so it may not be the best option for a quick and easy dessert.

Additionally, the use of wine in this recipe means that it may not be suitable for children or those who avoid alcohol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly health-conscious, figs are a good source of fiber and several essential vitamins and minerals.
Additionally, the use of cinnamon in this recipe has been linked to improving blood sugar control and reducing inflammation in the body.

	40 dried black figs , split in half
	2 teaspoons butter
	1/3 cup brown sugar
	1/2 teaspoon clove
	2 cups cabernet sauvignon wine
	water , as needed