As a member of the apple family, quince is perfect for stewing, preserves and marinades. As well as serving in a quince syrup. Get inspired to cook with this autumn/winter fruit with these gorgeous quince recipes.
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Quince jelly
Create this delightfully sweet quince jelly to enjoy on fresh crusty bread or toast, or as an accompaniment to your favourite cheese platter.
Quince paste
This classic sweet quince paste is a great accompaniment to cheese, or can be melted down and used in fruit tarts and pies.
Rhubarb and quince cobbler
The ideal winter dessert.
Chunky quince, rosè and vanilla preserve
This fragrant and sweet quince preserve is perfect served with a sharp cheese and crackers or warm scones or toast.
Blushing quince pie
Delight in the sweet-yet-tart flavour of poached quince with this tempting pie.
Quince brioche cake
Make ahead: You will need to make the brioche and quince a day ahead as they both need to be refrigerated overnight. The almond frangipane can also be made a day ahead, however you will need to bring it back to room temperature before use in order for it to be spreadable.You will need to […]
Poached pear and quince with almond crumble
Recipe can be prepared several hours ahead. Reheat the fruit in the syrup before serving. Note
Quince and rosewater tarts
These sweet quince and rosewater tarts are absolutely beautiful enjoyed with a mug of hot tea for an indulgent afternoon or morning tea.
Slow-poached quince with filo fingers
The slightly astringent flavour of quince is softened during the slow-poaching, drawing out its richness. The fruit is soft and syrup drenched and delicious served with crisp, sweet filo fingers.
Veal, quince and caramelised onion tagine
Quince adds a new kind of flavour to this spicy veal and caramelised onion tagine. Using veal knuckle adds richness to the finished dish as the marrow melts during cooking.
Slow-cooked quince
This cousin to the apple is always eaten cooked, as it is too hard and acidic to be enjoyed raw. It takes a long time to cook, but its glorious scent and lovely musky flavour are worth it. Its flesh is cream when raw, but turns a deep rosy pink as it is cooked.
Baked rice pudding with poached quince
Creamy and delicious, baked rice pudding is a classic dessert. Bring a shot of new flavour to an old favourite with this poached quince and almond topping.
Ricotta pancakes with vanilla-flavoured quince
Start your day with an indulgent breakfast of creamy ricotta pancakes, complete with a wonderfully syrupy quince topping.
Quince and pistachio cake
With hints of cardamom and orange, this rustic cake is delicious for a winter afternoon tea or dessert. Cardamom is one of the world’s most expensive spices; it has a distinctive aromatic, sweetly rich flavour and is widely available.
Quince tarte tartin
For a beautiful winter dessert, serve this ruby-red quince tart with scoops of vanilla ice-cream.
Quince crostata
This Italian tart with sour cream pastry and a sweet quince jam filling is wonderfully simple to make and delicious to eat.
Vanilla cheesecake with poached quinces
The slightly astringent flavour of quince is the perfect foil to the sweet creaminess of cheesecake, especially when doused in fresh lemon juice. This quince and vanilla cheesecake has our favourite granita biscuit base. Yum.
Quince and blackberry crumble cake
This is a beautiful cake, the combination of tart quince, sweet blackberries, delicate sponge and crumble is unusual and exquisite. Quince and blackberry crumble cake is the perfect tea-time indulgence.
Spiced walnut & chocolate cake with poached quince
Depending on the variety of quince used, some will turn more of a rusty red colour while others a deep crimson. Also, cooking time can vary between types, with some needing a little longer cooking to achieve a red hue. Note
Poached quince and chestnut cake
If syrup is a little thin, remove quince with a slotted spoon, then boil syrup, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until thicker. Note
Sticky quince roasted lamb
Not suitable to freeze. You can also marinate the lamb in a large resealable plastic bag. Quince paste can be warmed in a microwave-safe jug in a microwave oven. Quince paste is available from delicatessens and most major supermarkets. Note
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