Mascarpone-Stuffed Apricots |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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Can't find mascarpone? Substitute crème fraîche for similar rich flavor and creamy texture. Ingredients:
1/3 cup (3 ounces) block-style fat-free cream cheese |
2 tablespoons (1 ounce) mascarpone cheese |
2 tablespoons honey |
3 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice, divided |
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted |
10 small apricots, halved and pitted |
chopped fresh mint (optional) |
Directions:
1. Combine cheeses, honey, 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, and nutmeg, stirring well. Stir in walnuts. Chill 1 hour.
2. Sprinkle cut sides of apricots evenly with 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
3. Spoon about 1 teaspoon cheese mixture into each apricot half; chill 1 hour. Garnish with chopped mint, if desired.
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