Easy Plum Pie Crumble

This easy, plum pie crumble is one of my absolute favorite old family recipes (my strawberry crumble is right up there too) that I return to time and time again! It's the ideal comfort food; delicious on its own with warm, moist plums topped with a nutty, buttery crumble…and if you're in the mood for even more decadence, just add a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Why You'll Love it

• Quick. This quick recipe takes about only forty minutes in total with most of that being baking time, so if you have last minute company and an abundance of plums on hand, you can make it in a pinch!
• Simple. It's relatively simple to make, requiring only basic ingredients and minimal prep time. It's a great dessert option for both novice and experienced bakers.
• Unique. Plum is a less common fruit crumble, but is it ever delicious! Plums have a naturally sweet and slightly tart flavor that becomes even more delicious when baked.
• Long season. Plums have a fairly long season, running from May to October, depending on where you live.
• Enjoy it warm or cool. Plum crumble can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, and it contrasts beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream topping.
• Crowd pleaser. Even my kids love it, and it's always a hit at potlucks and parties.

Ingredients

• fresh plums - Make sure they are not the smaller, prune plum variety. You want the full-size deep red/purple plums, that are actually called black plums, for this recipe. They are about 2" in diameter.
• brown sugar - Brown sugar makes the best crumble! It will turn out less dry and more flavorful than if you use white sugar. Light brown sugar is common to use but if you would like richer flavor and a more rustic appearance, you can go with dark brown sugar or muscovado.
• cinnamon - Cinnamon adds a cozy, warm, spiced flavor to the crumble.
• ap flour - All purpose flour provides good texture and structure to the crumble.
• chopped nuts - Almonds, walnuts or pecans. You can also add a bit of oats if you like oats in your crumble.

*Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.

How to Make Plum Pie Crumble

Step 1. Prep the filling. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place chopped plum pieces in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the water, brown sugar and cinnamon and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).

Step 2. Make the crumble. For the crumble, combine the flour, melted butter, brown sugar, nuts and cinnamon.

Complementary Main Dishes & Drinks

If you're wondering which food and drink go best with a plum crumble dessert, check out these choices:

🥩 Meat-Based Mains

• Grilled Jerk Pork Tenderloin Skewers: The savory and slightly sweet flavors of the jerk pork pair well with the tartness of the plum crumble.
• Duck Breast: Duck is often served with fruit sauces because it has a rich, savory flavor that complements the sweet and tart elements of fruits like the plum.
• Chicken with Herbs: A roasted chicken seasoned with herbs like rosemary and thyme can balance out the sweetness of the plum crumble.

🦞 Seafood

• Grilled Salmon: Try salmon with a light citrus flavor. I have a tutorial for how to cook salmon with crispy skin and lemon slices.
• Scallops: Scallops with a light, buttery sauce can complement the fruity flavors. Try these oven-baked bacon-wrapped scallops with a butter sauce.

🍷 Drinks

• Wine: A light red wine like Pinot Noir or a white wine like Riesling can complement the entire meal, including this dessert.
• Non-Alcoholic: Try sparkling water infused with lemon or lime, or a light herbal tea.

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