Almond Cookie Cups with Sauternes-Poached Apples an

Name: Almond Cookie Cups with Sauternes-Poached Apples and Frozen Sauternes Mousse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup sweet dessert wine (such as Sauternes or orange Muscat); 1/2 cup sugar; 4 large egg yolks; 1 cup chilled whipping cream; 2 cups sweet dessert wine; 1 1/4 cups water; 3/4 cup sugar; 3 medium Gala apples, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 6 Almond Cookie Cups; Toasted sliced almonds

Servings: persons

1
Whisk wine, sugar and yolks in medium-size stainless steel bowl until well blended.
2
Set bowl over saucepan of simmering water (do not allow bottom to touch water) and whisk until thermometer registers 170F and mixture is thick enough to fall in heavy ribbon when whisk is lifted, about 5 minutes.
3
Remove from over water; whisk until mixture is cool, about 3 minutes.
4
In another medium bowl, whisk cream until medium-firm peaks form.
5
Fold cream into wine mixture in 2 additions.
6
Cover mousse; freeze until firm, at least 4 hours.
7
(Can be made 4 days ahead; keep frozen.)
8
Bring wine, water and sugar to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
9
Add apples.
10
Simmer until apples are just tender, about 15 minutes.
11
Remove from heat and let stand until mixture is cool, about 45 minutes.
12
Using slotted spoon, transfer apples to plate.
13
Boil syrup until reduced to generous 1/2 cup, about 6 minutes.
14
Return apples to syrup.
15
(Can be made 3 days ahead.
16
Chill.
17
Rewarm over low heat.)
18
Place 1 Almond Cookie Cup on each of 6 plates.
19
Fill each with scoop of mousse.
20
Top with apples, syrup and nuts.

1490

kcal

Calories

106

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup sweet dessert wine (such as Sauternes or orange Muscat), 1/2 cup sugar, 4 large egg yolks, 1 cup chilled whipping cream, and more.

Yes, Almond Cookie Cups with Sauternes-Poached Apples and Frozen Sauternes Mousse falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Almond Cookie Cups with Sauternes-Poached Apples and Frozen Sauternes Mousse

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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