Easy Stewed Prunes Recipe
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Easy Stewed Prunes Recipe
Description
This recipe stews twenty pitted prunes in water flavored with vanilla and cinnamon, bringing the mixture to a boil before reducing the heat to a gentle simmer. Over about 15 minutes, the prunes soften and infuse the cooking liquid with their deep sweetness, which thickens slightly as it cools.
The prunes can be served warm for comforting sweetness or cooled and refrigerated, which thickens the syrup further and intensifies flavor. They work well alone as a light dessert or spooned over plain Greek yogurt, adding texture and a subtle spiced sweetness.
Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for several days. Gentle reheating at low power in the microwave helps preserve their texture. This preparation highlights the natural softness and flavor of prunes enhanced by cinnamon and vanilla, without added sugars.
Ingredients
- 20 prunes 160 grams, pitted
- 1 ½ cups water
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Place the prunes in a small saucepan.
- Add the water, vanilla, and cinnamon. Gently stir.
- Bring to a boil (this will likely take about 5 minutes). Gently stir again, then lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, until the prunes are soft and swimming in syrup.
- Transfer the prunes to a heat-proof glass storage container. Cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This allows the syrup to thicken and flavors to develop. Serve alone as dessert, or spoon on top of plain Greek yogurt.
Notes
- Serve the stewed prunes warm or chilled; refrigeration thickens the syrup and enhances flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.
- Reheat gently at 50% microwave power, covered, to maintain texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 5prunes | |
| Calories | 100kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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