Moroccan-Style Banana, Apricot and Cinnamon Filo Parcel

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 2
Moroccan-Style Banana, Apricot and Cinnamon Filo Parcel for a Sweet Dessert
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 ounce butter
2 tablespoons caster sugar
1 banana , sliced into large chunks
4 ounces ready-made phyllo pastry
4 ounces butter , melted
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
4 teaspoons caster sugar
4 1/2 ounces dried apricots
1 1/2 ounces whole almonds , roughly chopped
2 tablespoons honey
1 orange , zest only
2 teaspoons icing sugar
ice cream , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
358
Sugar
34g
Fat
19g
This Moroccan-Style Banana, Apricot and Cinnamon Filo Parcel is inspired by North African cuisine and is the perfect dessert to enjoy after a hearty Moroccan meal. It combines the sweet and spicy flavors of cinnamon, orange, and honey with the nutty flavor of almonds and the sweet and juicy goodness of bananas and apricots. The recipe is relatively easy to put together, making it an excellent dessert option to impress dinner guests or enjoy with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2.Melt 3/4 ounce butter in a frying pan, add 2 tablespoons caster sugar and cook until the sugar has melted.
3.Add in the banana chunks and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the banana is caramelized.
4.Remove from the heat and let it cool down.
5.Take a sheet of phyllo pastry and brush it with melted butter and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon on top.
6.Repeat with another 3 layers of the phyllo pastry.
7.Place the cooked caramelized banana in the middle of the pastry.
8.Top with dried apricots and roughly chopped whole almonds.
9.Drizzle honey over all of the ingredients and sprinkle the orange zest on top.
10.Bring the pastry together into a parcel shape and place it on a baking dish.
11.Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
12.Once it is cooked, sprinkle icing sugar on top and serve with ice cream.

PROS

This Moroccan-Style Banana, Apricot and Cinnamon Filo Parcel is a wonderful dessert that is relatively easy and quick to make.

The combination of cinnamon, apricots, and banana is both sweet and spicy.

It can be served both hot and cold.
It is perfect for any time of the year.

CONS

Filo pastry can be challenging to work with as it is very thin, and if you are not careful, it can become dry and brittle quickly.

The filo pastry needs to thaw out slowly to prevent any breakage or cracks; otherwise, it will not work as well.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The combination of apricots, almonds and banana brings many health benefits.
Apricots are a rich source of Vitamin A, which is essential for healthy vision and immune function.
Almonds are bursting with health benefits, including lowering blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes, and reducing inflammation in the body.
Bananas are a great source of essential vitamins and minerals, including potassium, Vitamin C, and Vitamin B6, and dietary fiber. They are known to improve heart and kidney health, soothe digestive issues, and promote healthy metabolism.

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