Silky Turkish Kaymak with Honeyed Apricots
A Luxurious Mediterranean Dessert
This delightful Turkish dessert features luscious creamy kaymak paired with fragrant, honey-soaked apricots, offering an indulgent finish to any meal.
- 1 h 10 min
- 4
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Kaymak
For the Honeyed Apricots
For the Garnish
Preparation
Preparing the Kaymak
Combine Cream and Milk
In a medium saucepan, mix the heavy cream and full-fat milk.
Heat the Mixture
Heat the mixture over a low flame until it starts to simmer.
Stir occasionally and ensure it doesn't reach a full boil to preserve the velvety texture.
Cool and Refrigerate
Transfer to a bowl, let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Marinating the Apricots
Make the Marinade
In a mixing bowl, combine honey, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice.
Coat the Apricots
Add the apricot halves and toss gently to coat.
Rest the Fruit
Let them sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
For extra depth, soak apricots overnight in the refrigerator.
Cooking Process
Simmer and Cool
Gently simmer the cream-milk mixture over low heat, then allow it to cool completely before chilling.
Marinate Apricots
Toss halved apricots in the honey-cinnamon-lemon mixture and let them macerate at room temperature.
Refrigeration
Chill the kaymak for at least one hour to achieve its characteristic thickness and creaminess.
Plating & Serving
Silky Turkish Kaymak with Honeyed Apricots
Silky Turkish Kaymak with Honeyed Apricots
Plating & Serving
Spoon the chilled kaymak onto serving dishes, top with honeyed apricots, then sprinkle with pistachios and mint leaves for a vibrant finish.