Slowly Cook Orange Spiced Quince

Experience the aromatic essence of slow-cooked orange-spiced quince. Fragrant quinces are gently simmered with a blend of citrusy orange zest, warming spices like cinnamon and cloves, and a hint of sweetness. As they cook low and slow, the quinces transform into tender, syrupy delights, infused with the rich flavors of the spices and citrus. Serve these luscious quinces as a delightful dessert on their own or alongside creamy yogurt or vanilla ice cream for a truly comforting treat.

½ cup caster sugar
3 cups water
Rind of 1 orange
½ cup freshly-squeezed orange juice
¼ cup maple syrup
2 cinnamon sticks
2 whole cloves
1 tsp vanilla extract
1.8kg quinces
Juice of 1 lemon
Thick Greek-style natural yoghurt, to serve

STEP 1 Preheat a 5.5 litre slow-cooker on high. Combine sugar, water, orange rind and juice, maple syrup, cinnamon sticks, cloves and vanilla in the slow cooker.

STEP 2 Peel, quarter and core quinces one at a time. Immediately drizzle with lemon juice (to prevent discolouration) and add prepared quinces to the slow cooker. Cook on high, turning quinces a few times, for 5 hours or until quinces are tender and a deep amber in colour. Leave the quinces to cool to room temperature in the slow cooker.

STEP 3 Serve with thick Greek yoghurt for dessert. Store leftover cooked quinces in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutritional Facts

Quince: High in vitamins C and B-complex; supports immune health and energy production. Rich in dietary fiber and antioxidants; promotes digestive health and may reduce inflammation. Contains essential minerals like potassium, copper, and iron; supports heart health, blood production, and overall well-being.

Tips and Tricks

Slow Cooker Orange Spiced Quince: Select ripe quince and fragrant spices for a delightful dessert. Cook quince in a slow cooker with orange and spices until tender and caramelized for a sweet and aromatic treat.