Course: Dessert - Dish: Vegetarian - Serves: 4
This indulgent dessert with a kick is great for a last-minute meal with friends or family.
15 minutes to prepare and cook. Serves 4.
Method:
1. Pour the contents of the pears, red cherries and prunes into a pan. Add a cinnamon stick and the cardamom pods. Simmer for 5 minutes. Leave to cool and infuse.
2. Line the sponge finger in a shallow bowl and spoon over two tablespoons of the spiced juice from the pan. Leave to soak for 5 minutes.
3. Take 4 tall glasses. Place sponge fingers in the bottom, followed by a little stewed fruits (discarding the cinnamon stick) and a layer of custard. Repeat the layers. Finish with a spoonful of stewed fruit juice. Chill and serve.
