Couscous with dried fruits and honey

Name: Couscous with dried fruits and honey
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Couscous; Orange juice 1; Cinnamon sticks 1; Star anise 1; Cloves 2; Honey 2 spoonfuls; Cardamon 2 berries; Raisins 1 oz; Pine nuts 3 ½ tbsp; Walnuts ¼ cup; Butter 1 ½ tbsp

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Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 350
Carbohydrates g 48.8
of which sugars g 13.7
Protein g 9.6
Fats g 13
of which saturated fat g 3.47
Fiber g 4
Cholesterol mg 12
Sodium mg 13

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Sweet flavor and a soft, appealing texture make this sweet couscous recipe a real family favorite. Golden grains of couscous show off bits of dried fruit—chewy figs, plump raisins, sometimes even apricots—all coated in a layer of rich, sticky honey that brings out a nice shine. Traditional Moroccan dessert style really comes through here, with each spoonful giving a blend of flavors that’s sweet but not overwhelming and textures that are tender but with just enough bite. While the colors pop on the table, families love how satisfying it feels as a classic treat, either to finish a meal or just as a small afternoon break. This honey couscous always looks attractive in a big bowl, especially when those pistachios or slivered almonds get sprinkled over the top—so simple, yet everyone notices it. Great for gatherings since it fits right beside other celebration foods or even just at Sunday dinner for a change of pace.

Busy families appreciate how this quick sweet couscous works for different needs—after-school snack, simple dessert (add a dollop of yogurt or a quick splash of cream…both DELICIOUS), or part of a special holiday spread. Kids like the sweetness, adults get a bit of nostalgia, and everyone finds something to love whether it’s the texture or the fruity hit in every bite. Couscous pudding with honey also adapts easily, since you can trade in dried fruits or toss on extra nuts for more crunch, making it just right each time. Works well at brunch, dessert tables, or as a surprise treat during busy weeks when you want something a little different, a little special. Home cooks return to this dish again and again for its reliable results and great crowd response—even picky eaters often enjoy how naturally sweet and bright it is. For any family that likes easygoing desserts with a twist, this simple combination of couscous, dried fruits, and honey gives them a reason to smile and ask for seconds—definitely a winner for every home kitchen craving more sweet couscous recipes.

INGREDIENTS
for the couscous: Couscous (180 g); Orange juice 1; Cinnamon sticks 1; Star anise 1; Cloves 2; Honey 2 spoonfuls; Cardamon 2 berries; Raisins 1 oz (30 g); Pine nuts 3 ½ tbsp (30 g); Walnuts ¼ cup (30 g); Butter 1 ½ tbsp (20 g)

Preparation

How to prepare Couscous with dried fruits and honey

Soak the raisins in a bowl of warm water 1, squeeze the orange to obtain the juice, measure it, and add enough water to make a total of 7 oz liquid.
Pour the orange juice and water into a small pot, and add the cloves 2 and cardamom 3

the star anise 4 and cinnamon 5, bring to a simmer.
Pour the couscous into a bowl and fluff it with the butter 6 using your hands; set aside.

Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts and walnuts in a non-stick pan 7 over medium heat until they become translucent; remove from heat and set aside.
Pour the liquid through a strainer 8 over the couscous and let it rest for 5-6 minutes without stirring it 9, it should swell and become very tender but not mushy.

Chop the warm walnuts with a knife 10 and squeeze the raisins.
After 5 minutes, use a fork to fluff the couscous well, 11 add the pine nuts 12

the raisins 13, and the chopped walnuts 14; heat the honey with a splash of water in the same pot until well dissolved and drizzle it 15 over the couscous and mix well; serve warm or even chilled in single-serving glasses or small bowls.

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Couscous with dried fruits and honey

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Couscous with dried fruits and honey

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