Fresh Figs and Raspberries with Mint Infused Ganache
Delight your taste buds with a luxurious and refreshing dessert: Fresh Figs and Raspberries with Mint Infused Ganache. This elegant recipe balances the natural sweetness of ripe figs and juicy raspberries with the velvety richness of a dark chocolate ganache subtly infused with fresh mint. The ganache, made with 70% cocoa dark chocolate, heavy cream, and a touch of honey, is elevated by the delicate aroma of steeped mint leaves, creating a sophisticated blend of flavors. Perfect as a show-stopping dessert for dinner parties or a romantic treat for two, this dish requires just 30 minutes of preparation and plating to serve up decadence with ease. Garnished with vibrant fresh mint leaves, it’s a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Serve it drizzled with ganache or as a fun dipping platter—this is a dessert that’s as versatile as it is memorable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Fresh figs
- 1 cup Fresh raspberries
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 150 ml Heavy cream
- 15 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Start by prepping the mint infusion. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to steam (do not let it boil). Add the fresh mint leaves, stir, and remove from the heat.
Cover the saucepan and allow the mint to steep in the cream for 10 minutes. This will infuse the cream with a subtle mint flavor.
While the mint is steeping, chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl.
Once the mint has steeped, strain the cream through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the mint leaves. Use the back of a spoon to press any remaining cream out of the leaves.
Reheat the strained cream gently over low heat until warm, then pour it over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes to allow the chocolate to begin melting.
Add a pinch of salt and the honey to the melted chocolate. Stir gently with a spatula until the mixture is smooth and glossy. This is your mint-infused ganache.
Wash and pat dry the fresh figs and raspberries. Slice the figs in half lengthwise. Arrange the figs and raspberries on a serving platter.
Spoon the mint-infused ganache over the figs and raspberries or serve the ganache in a small bowl on the side for dipping.
Garnish the dish with a few additional mint leaves for a pop of color and added freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.0 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.2 g | 396% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.1 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 26.5 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 2363 mg | 50% | |
*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.
