Hibiscus Poached Apples Atop Pistachio Clouds

Name: Hibiscus Poached Apples Atop Pistachio Clouds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups hibiscus flowers dried, Available at natural food stores, Latin or Middle Eastern markets, also under the name flor de Jamaica.; 2 cups apple cider or apple juice; 2 cups water; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 pinch fine sea salt; 3 cooking apples medium firm, preferably Pink Ladies; 4 egg whites at room temperature; 1 pinch fine sea salt; 1 pinch cream of tartar; 1 cup superfine sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon distilled vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup shelled pistachios coarsely chopped; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon superfine sugar; 1/4 cup yogurt plain Greek-style; 1/4 cup shelled pistachios for garnish

Servings: persons

2 cups hibiscus flowers dried, Available at natural food stores, Latin or Middle Eastern markets, also under the name flor de Jamaica.
2 cups apple cider or apple juice
2 cups water
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 pinch fine sea salt
3 cooking apples medium firm, preferably Pink Ladies
4 egg whites at room temperature
1 pinch fine sea salt
1 pinch cream of tartar
1 cup superfine sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon distilled vinegar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup shelled pistachios coarsely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon superfine sugar
1/4 cup yogurt plain Greek-style
1/4 cup shelled pistachios for garnish

1
Preheat oven to 250 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
With an electric mixer on low speed, beat egg whites with pinches of salt and cream of tartar until foamy. Increase speed to medium-high and add 3/4 cup sugar, one tablespoon at a time. Combine remaining sugar with cornstarch. Gradually add sugar/cornstarch mixture and continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form, about 5 minutes. Beat in vinegar and vanilla until combined.
3
Spread the meringue onto the parchment, creating 6 circles with slightly concave centers. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Bake for hour and 15 minutes; then turn off the heat. Prop oven door open with a wooden spoon and cool meringues in oven at least one hour.
4
Gently peel off parchment and store in dry environment until ready to plate.
5
For hibiscus syrup and apples
6
While meringues are baking, combine hibiscus flowers, apple cider, water and sugar in medium saucepan. Bring to boil; reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Strain though a fine mesh sieve and pour liquid back into saucepan.
8
Pare apples and cut into halves lengthwise. Core. Add apple halves to saucepan cut side up and simmer for 7-8 minutes or just until tender. Remove fruit with slotted spoon and arrange in a single layer, cut side down, in a glass baking dish. Bathe apples with several spoonfuls of syrup. Refrigerate when cool.
9
Bring liquid to boil; reduce temperature and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes or reduced by half.
10
Cool syrup to room temperature. Stir in lemon juice, zest and pinch salt. Refrigerate in glass or plastic container.
11
In a large bowl, whip the cream and 1 tablespoon sugar until soft peaks form. Gently fold in yogurt.

963

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups hibiscus flowers dried, Available at natural food stores, Latin or Middle Eastern markets, also under the name flor de Jamaica., 2 cups apple cider or apple juice, 2 cups water, 1 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Hibiscus Poached Apples Atop Pistachio Clouds falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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