Caramelized Cardamom Apples With Pistachio Cream

Name: Caramelized Cardamom Apples With Pistachio Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cream; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 tablespoons unsalted pistachios, finely chopped; Apples; 1/4 lb unsalted butter; 4 medium tart apples; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 2/3 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons blanched slivered almonds; 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

Cream
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons unsalted pistachios, finely chopped
Apples
1/4 lb unsalted butter
4 medium tart apples
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons blanched slivered almonds
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

1
Whip the cream lightly in a bowl till it just holds its shape, but is not stiff at all.
2
Fold half of the pistachio nuts into the cream, cover and refrigerate.
3
Melt the butter over low heat in a large nonstick skillet. Take the pan off the heat.
4
Peel, core and slice the apples thinly, dropping the slices into the butter as you cut them.
5
Fold them into the butter as you go so that they do not discolor. (If you like, you could keep the pan over very low heat as you do this.).
6
Add the cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, sugar, almonds and walnuts.
7
Cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently as you do so.
8
Turn the heat to high; cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring very gently now and then, till apples have caramelized lightly.
9
Serve on individual plates with a dollop of cream partially on, partially off the apples.
10
Sprinkle remaining pistachios over the cream.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cream, 1 cup heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoons unsalted pistachios, finely chopped, Apples, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Cardamom Apples With Pistachio Cream falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!