Kaymakli Kayisi (Cream-Filled Apricots)

Ingredients

Directions

Soak apricots in warm water 2 hours to soften.

Drain.

Combine sugar, 1 cup water and lemon half.

Boil until syrupy, 225-230 degrees F on candy thermometer.

Add apricots and simmer 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Whip cream until stiff.

Fold 1 cup almonds into cream.

Arrange apricot halves in single layer, inner side up.

Dollop cream mixture onto 50 percent of apricot halves.

Cover with other 50 percent, like sandwich.

Sprinkle remaining almonds and pistachios over tops.

Nutrition Facts

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.