Dried Fruit Filling
10m prep 25m cook 35m ready
A sweet and tangy dried fruit filling made by simmering prunes, apricots, figs, or dates with sugar, lemon juice, and optional brandy, then pureeing until smooth. Perfect for pastries and desserts.
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients - no prep needed yet.
- 8 ounces pitted prunes, dried apricots, dried figs, or dried dates, chopped
- 1 cup water, apple cider, or orange juice
- ¼ cup sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- (2 tablespoons Armagnac or Cognac)
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Combine in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil: 8 ounces pitted prunes, dried apricots, dried figs, or dried dates, chopped; 1 cup water, apple cider, or orange juice; ¼ cup sugar; Pinch of salt
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Step 2.
Reduce the heat and simmer until the fruit is very soft, 20 to 30 minutes. Some fruits are drier than others—add more liquid and cook a bit longer, if necessary. Stir in: 2 tablespoons lemon juice; (2 tablespoons Armagnac or Cognac)
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Step 3.
Transfer to a blender or food processor and puree. Transfer to a bowl and cool before using.
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