Ginger Haskap Cigars

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Description

Crispy on the outside and generously filled with haskaps, these phyllo pastry cigars offer a delicious balance of sweetness, acidity, and spicy heat. The ginger enhances the fruity flavor of the haskap, while the custard adds a smooth and delicate touch.

An elegant, original dessert perfect for showcasing this local berry.

Ingredients

60 g (1/4 cup) butter
50 g (60 ml) sugar
30 g (2 tbsp) freshly grated ginger
240 g (8 oz) haskaps
4 sheets phyllo pastry
Ginger custard
250 ml (1 cup) milk
20 g (4 tsp) freshly grated ginger
2 egg yolks
30 g (50 ml) sugar

Preparation

In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the sugar and freshly grated ginger. Let it candy for 2 to 3 minutes. Then add the haskaps and sauté for 1 minute. Set aside.
Prepare the ginger custard. Bring the milk to a boil with the grated ginger. Separately, in a bowl, mix the egg yolks and sugar. Pour the milk over it. Transfer everything back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring with a wooden spoon, without ever letting it reach a boil. Once the custard coats the back of a spoon, pour it into another container and let cool.
Make the cigars by folding each phyllo sheet in half and brushing with melted butter. Add the haskaps and roll to form a cigar shape. Bake on a sheet pan at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes. Serve with the ginger custard.