Directions

1. 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. 2. Combine 1/4 cup of the sugar with 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
3. 3. Stir and set aside.
4. 4. Combine the remaining 1/4 cup sugar with the nuts in a small food processor or in a spice or coffee grinder and process to a powder.
5. 5. Add the chilled butter and process to make a paste, then blend in the cinnamon.
6. 6. Slit open each piece of fruit; if you're using apricots, remove the pit.
7. 7. Stuff with a bit of the nut mixture and press to reseal.
8. 8. Use the softened butter to grease the bottom of a dish or pan just large enough to hold the fruit, arrange the fruit so that it fits without crowding. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until warm and softened.
9. 9. Stir the lemon juice into the sugar syrup and drizzle over the fruit.
10. 10. Serve the fruit warm, at room temperature, or cold, with or without yogurt or sour cream.