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Apricot & Turkish Delight Mess

British · Dessert · Easy

Apricot & Turkish Delight Mess

Total
15 min
Prep
15 min
Serves
2
Calories
445
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Juicy apricots, floral Turkish delight and shattered meringue fold into cool mascarpone cream, with toasted almonds for crunch.

A spoonful of crisp meringue and soft fruit makes Apricot & Turkish Delight Mess worth assembling at the table. Tangy yogurt loosens the mascarpone, while a little orange blossom water connects the fruit to the floral candy.

Choose apricots that yield gently near the stem. Blossom water varies in strength, so start with the measured splash. Fold in the meringue last so the pieces keep their snap.

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Method

  1. Stir the mascarpone, Greek yogurt, powdered sugar and orange blossom water together until smooth and softly spoonable.

  2. Fold the apricots and Turkish delight into the cream, reserving a few pieces for the top.

  3. Fold in the meringue cookies just before serving. Divide between two glasses and finish with the reserved fruit and candy, almonds and mint leaves.

Forkue tips

  • Dip a sharp knife in hot water before cutting the sticky Turkish delight into small cubes.

Storing and reheating

Refrigerate the fruit cream for up to 1 day. Keep meringue and almonds separately in airtight containers and fold in just before serving; the assembled dessert quickly loses its crunch.

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

445Calories
7gProtein
44gCarbs
27gFat

Apricot & Turkish Delight Mess: FAQ

Can I use canned apricots?

Yes. Drain them thoroughly and pat dry before chopping so their syrup does not thin the mascarpone cream.

Can I leave out the orange blossom water?

Yes. The Turkish delight already brings a floral note, so the cream still tastes balanced without the blossom water.

How do I store and reheat Apricot & Turkish Delight Mess?

Refrigerate the fruit cream for up to 1 day. Keep meringue and almonds separately in airtight containers and fold in just before serving; the assembled dessert quickly loses its crunch.

How long does Apricot & Turkish Delight Mess take?

About 15 min in total: 15 min prep and 0 min cooking.

What do I need to make Apricot & Turkish Delight Mess?

The key ingredients are mascarpone, greek yogurt, orange blossom water, meringue cookies, apricots and turkish delight, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Apricot & Turkish Delight Mess?

Dip a sharp knife in hot water before cutting the sticky Turkish delight into small cubes.

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