Warm butterscotch dippers

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Warm butterscotch dippers
25 min.
6
431kcal

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If you're looking for a sweet, indulgent treat that's easy to make and perfect for sharing, these warm butterscotch dippers are just what you need. This vegetarian and gluten free recipe features a rich and creamy butterscotch sauce that's perfect for dipping, along with a selection of caramelized apples and pears that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With just a handful of simple ingredients and less than 30 minutes of cooking time, this recipe is a great choice for a cozy night in or a special dessert to impress your guests.
To make the butterscotch sauce, you'll start by melting butter and sugar together, then adding cream and bringing it to a smooth, creamy consistency. Meanwhile, you'll toss the fruit wedges in lemon juice, sugar, and cinnamon, then thread them onto skewers and grill them until they're golden and caramelized. Once everything is ready, simply serve the warm fruit skewers with the luscious butterscotch sauce for a delicious and satisfying dessert experience.
With a caloric breakdown that's balanced and indulgent, these warm butterscotch dippers are a great choice for anyone with a sweet tooth. Whether you're serving them as a side dish or a standalone dessert, this recipe is sure to be a hit with friends and family alike. So why not give it a try and treat yourself to a little slice of sweet, caramelized heaven?

Ingredients

  • 50 butter unsalted
  • 175 muscovado sugar light
  • 284 ml carton double cream 
  •  red-skinned apples cored cut into 6 wedges
  •  pears cored cut into 6 wedges
  • 0.5  juice of lemon 
  • pinch cinnamon generous
  •  wooden skewers soaked in water cold for at least 30 mins

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a pan and tip in 100g of the muscovado sugar. Stir until dissolved, then leave to bubble for 30 secs.
  2. Pour in the cream, bring to the boil and whisk until smooth. Set aside until warm.
  3. Meanwhile, heat the grill to high. Toss the fruit in the lemon juice, remaining sugar and cinnamon. Thread onto the skewers and arrange in one layer on a baking tray. Grill for 5 mins, turning once when golden.
  4. Serve with the warm butterscotch sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories431kcal
Protein1.8%
Fat48.34%
Carbs49.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.29
Glycemic Load
7.28
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
5.9930435367253%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.26mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.42mg
Epigallocatechin
0.76mg
Epicatechin
10.2mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.32mg
Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.27mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Quercetin
4.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:431.16kcal
21.56%
Fat:24.23g
37.28%
Saturated Fat:15.28g
95.49%
Carbohydrates:56.26g
18.75%
Net Carbohydrates:51.29g
18.65%
Sugar:47.89g
53.21%
Cholesterol:71.72mg
23.91%
Sodium:24.77mg
1.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.03g
4.05%
Fiber:4.97g
19.87%
Vitamin A:979.84IU
19.6%
Vitamin C:9.27mg
11.23%
Potassium:289.36mg
8.27%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.21%
Vitamin K:8.04µg
7.65%
Calcium:72.19mg
7.22%
Copper:0.12mg
6.08%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.04%
Vitamin D:0.89µg
5.91%
Phosphorus:51.7mg
5.17%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.01%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.66%
Magnesium:17.27mg
4.32%
Folate:11.91µg
2.98%
Iron:0.53mg
2.95%
Selenium:1.95µg
2.79%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.72%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.45%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.73%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.51%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.47%