Roasted Apricot Honey Yogurt - This roasted apricot honey yogurt combines warm, caramelized apricots with cool, creamy Greek yogurt for a stunning contrast of temperatures and textures. The apricots roast until tender and jammy, their natural sugars concentrating into deep, complex sweetness that balances the tangy yogurt. A drizzle of floral honey ties everything together while toasted almonds add essential crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple dish feels luxurious enough for dessert yet wholesome enough for breakfast.

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Roasted Apricot Honey Yogurt - The success of this recipe comes from roasting the apricots at high heat, which caramelizes their natural sugars and intensifies their flavor without added sweeteners. After testing various fruits, apricots proved ideal because they hold their shape while becoming tender, creating those beautiful jammy pockets. Using full-fat Greek yogurt is non-negotiable—it provides the creamy, rich base that can stand up to the warm fruit without becoming watery. This reflects my cooking philosophy where a few quality ingredients, treated with respect, can transform into something extraordinary. The timing matters: serving while the apricots are still warm creates that magical temperature contrast that makes this dish special.

Dietary Notes

✓ Quick Elegant Dessert
✓ Breakfast-Friendly
✓ 5-Ingredient Base
✓ Seasonal Fruit Focus

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Why You'll Love This

Minimal Ingredients: Just five main components create a restaurant-worthy dish with maximum flavor impact.
Temperature Play: Warm roasted fruit against cool yogurt creates a sophisticated sensory experience.
Versatile Serving: Works equally well as breakfast, brunch, dessert, or a luxurious snack.
Seasonal Adaptability: Swap apricots for peaches, plums, or pears depending on what's freshest.

Roasted Apricot Honey Yogurt

👩‍🍳 Author: Chef Nour

⏰ Prep Time: 10min

❄️ Cool Time: 0

🔥 Cook Time: 15min

🥨 Yield: 4

🍞 Method: Roasting

🌾 Diet: Vegetarian

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restaurant Ingredients

8 medium ripe apricots
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups full-fat Greek yogurt
¼ cup sliced almonds
for garnish fresh mint leaves
pinch flaky sea salt

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ripe apricots Choose apricots that yield slightly to gentle pressure near the stem—they should be fragrant and deeply colored. Their natural pectin helps create that beautiful jammy texture when roasted, and proper ripeness ensures maximum sweetness without needing excessive added sugar.
honey Use a good-quality, flavorful honey since it's a prominent element in this simple dish. The honey not only sweetens but also helps caramelize the apricots during roasting, creating those delicious sticky edges. A floral variety like orange blossom or wildflower complements the fruit beautifully.
vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract adds a warm, complex note that enhances the natural sweetness of the apricots. It bridges the fruit and honey flavors, creating a more cohesive taste profile. This small addition transforms the roasted fruit from simple to sophisticated.
full-fat Greek yogurt Full-fat Greek yogurt is essential for its thick, creamy texture that won't become watery when paired with warm fruit. The fat content provides richness that balances the fruit's acidity, creating a more satisfying mouthfeel than lower-fat versions would offer.
sliced almonds Toasting the almonds is non-negotiable—it intensifies their nutty flavor and ensures they stay crunchy against the creamy yogurt. The almonds provide essential textural contrast that elevates this from a simple fruit-and-yogurt bowl to a composed dish.
fresh mint leaves The mint adds a fresh, aromatic finish that cuts through the richness and brightens all the flavors. It's not just garnish—the herbal note provides complexity that makes each bite more interesting and restaurant-worthy.
flaky sea salt A tiny pinch of flaky sea salt heightens all the other flavors, especially the sweetness of the honey and apricots. The salt crystals also provide subtle texture that makes the dish feel more thoughtfully composed.

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Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper - this high temperature ensures proper caramelization of the apricots.
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Step 2: Arrange the apricot halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of honey and the vanilla extract - the cut side exposure allows maximum caramelization.
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Step 3: Roast the apricots for 12-15 minutes until they are tender, slightly caramelized around the edges, and have released some juices - watch closely as roasting time varies with apricot ripeness.
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Step 4: While apricots roast, toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and golden - toasting enhances their nutty flavor and crunch.
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Step 5: Divide the cold Greek yogurt among four serving bowls and create a slight well in the center of each - the cold yogurt provides perfect temperature contrast to the warm fruit.
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Step 6: Arrange the warm roasted apricots over the yogurt, drizzle with remaining honey, sprinkle with toasted almonds and a pinch of sea salt if using, and garnish with mint leaves - serve immediately for optimal texture and temperature contrast.

Nutrition Facts

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Calories 210

Protein 12g

Carbs 25g

Fiber 3g

Sugar 22g

Fat 8g

Sodium 65mg

Potassium N/A

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Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after roasting while the apricots are still warm for the best temperature contrast. Spoon the yogurt into shallow bowls, top with warm apricots, and finish with honey drizzle and toasted almonds. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for color and a fresh herbal note. This dish is perfect for brunch gatherings or as a light dessert after a rich meal.

How to Store?

Store components separately: roasted apricots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, yogurt in its original container. Reheat apricots gently in the microwave or a warm oven before serving. The almonds are best stored at room temperature to maintain crunch. Assembled dishes should be eaten immediately as the yogurt will become watery if stored with warm fruit.

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