Name: Vanilla-scented spiced fruit
Prep time: Total prep and cook time: 20 mins
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 500g plums halved, with stones removed; 6-8 level tbsp granulated sweetener (optional); 3 whole cloves; 2 vanilla pods; 1 bay leaf; 300g redcurrants; 300g raspberries

The sweetness of vanilla beans and a touch of subtle spice turn a simple bowl of cooked fruit into something special. This recipe was selected in partnership with Slimming World.

Serves

Prep

Total prep and cook time: 20 mins

Nutrition information

Each 100g serving contains (excludes serving suggestion)

KCal: 49
Carbs: 7.8g
Fibre: 3.1g
Protein: 0.8g
Fat: 0.5g
(Low)
Saturates: 0.0g
(Low)
Sugars: 7.5g
(Medium)
Salt: 0.0g
(Low)
Fruit/Veg Portion: 3

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Ingredients

500g plums halved, with stones removed
6-8 level tbsp granulated sweetener (optional)
3 whole cloves
2 vanilla pods
1 bay leaf
300g redcurrants
300g raspberries

Method

Step 1

Put the plums in a large, shallow non-stick pan. Add enough water so that the fruit is half covered and stick the pan over a medium heat. Sprinkle over the sweetener, if using, and add the cloves.

Step 2

Split the vanilla pods in half lengthways and scrape out the seeds using a knife. Add the pods, seeds and bay leaf to the pan. Bring to a simmer, cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 6-7 minutes, until the plums have collapsed slightly and the juices have mixed together.

Step 3

Add the redcurrants and raspberries and cook for a further 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the vanilla pods, bay leaf and the cloves. Divide the fruit and the juice between 4 dessert bowls and serve decorated with the vanilla pods.

Recipe tips

When buying vanilla beans, look out for slightly wrinkled and very dark brown or black pods, which give the best flavour.

Vanilla-scented spiced fruit