Balsamic Cherries and Peach crisp

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Yields: 4 servings (4 regular Ramekins or 2 Large size Ramekins) 

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Baking time: 35-40 minutes

Ingredients

·         2 big or 4 regular Ramekins or You can even use a regular pie plate and make it a family style

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For the layer of fruits:

·         2 ripe peaches diced/sliced (I just used one since my peach was pretty big)

·         1 Tbsp granulated sugar (Add 1 Tbsp more if you peaches are not sweet)

·         ½ to 2/3 cup pitted ripe cherries

·         1 Tbsp LunaOlivo Portofino Balsamic 

·         ¼ tsp salt

·         ¼ tsp vanilla syrup

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For Crisp/crust

·         1/4 cup regular Oats

·         ¼ cup all-purpose flour

·         A pinch of salt

·         1 Tbsp brown sugar

·         2 Tbsp cold butter

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Mascarpone cream (Recipe follows)

Some sliced almonds and cherries to garnish

Method:

·         Pre-heat the oven to 350F.

·         In a small saucepan, stir together the cherries, sugar and balsamic vinegar, and place over a medium heat.

·         Bring to a boil and continue to cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

·         In a medium bowl toss the warm cherries and syrup with the sliced peaches.

·         Divide fruits equally into ramekins and cover with the layer of crust (Recipe below).

·         Bake it for about 35-40 minutes or until the top is browned and crisp and the juices are bubbly.

·         Serve with a dollop of Mascarpone cream (Recipe follows) and garnish with some sliced almonds and cherries.

Method for Crisp/crust:

Combine flour, brown sugar, salt, oatmeal, and the cold, diced butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix on low-speed until the butter is pea-sized and the mixture is crumbly. OR You can even use your fingertips/butter-dough blender. I prefer using my handy dough blender tool because that way butter stays cold for longer time. And less mess 

Once done follow with the steps mentioned above.

For Mascarpone cream:

·        2 Tbsp Mascarpone cheese ( I made my own but you can buy it from the store) (Room temperature)

·         ½ tsp Vanilla syrup

·         1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

·         1 Tbsp powdered sugar

Method:

Place the sugar into the mixing bowl and add the whipping cream. Whisk just until the cream reaches stiff peaks. Add Mascarpone cheese and mix for 1 or 2 times. Just mix it do not beat it.

Put a big scoop of Mascarpone cream on the top of your Balsamic cherries n peach crisp and garnish with some sliced almonds, cherries and serve. Serve warm or at room temperature.

ENJOY!