Dessert Couscous with Nuts
Elevate your dessert game with this unique and flavor-packed Dessert Couscous with Nuts! This quick and easy recipe transforms fluffy couscous into a decadent sweet treat, infused with the warm aroma of cinnamon, a drizzle of honey, and a hint of vanilla. Studded with juicy raisins, tender dried apricots, and a medley of toasted almonds and pistachios, this dish is a delightful balance of textures and natural sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dessert can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making it perfect for entertaining or indulging in a cozy evening treat. Dusted with a touch of powdered sugar for a stunning finish, this nutty couscous creation is a delicious and unexpected way to satisfy your sweet tooth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup almonds (sliced or chopped)
- 0.25 cup pistachios (shelled and chopped)
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup dried apricots (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water, 2 tablespoons of butter, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 cup of couscous. Cover the pan and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the water.
While the couscous is resting, toast 0.25 cup of almonds and 0.25 cup of pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Set aside.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains. Stir in 3 tablespoons of honey, 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
Add 0.25 cup of raisins and 0.25 cup of chopped dried apricots to the couscous. Gently stir to distribute the dried fruits evenly.
Transfer the sweetened couscous to a serving dish. Top with the toasted almonds and pistachios.
For an elegant finish, lightly dust the couscous with 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Dessert Couscous with Nuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1064 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.7 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 114.9 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1372 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
