Easy Plum Pie Crumble

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.
• brown sugar - Brown sugar makes the best crumble! It will turn out less dry and more flavorful than if you use white sugar.
• cinnamon - Cinnamon adds a cozy, warm, spiced flavor to the crumble.
• ap flour - All purpose flour provides good texture and structure to the crumble.
• butter - For the crumble.
• chopped nuts - Almonds, walnuts or pecans.
• vanilla ice cream - To serve--optional.

*Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.

How to Make Plum Pie Crumble

1. Prep the filling. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place the plum halves in a bowl and chop them (we just want to create an uneven and moist texture). Place the plum pieces in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the water, brown sugar and cinnamon and cook until soft (about 5 minutes).
2. Make the crumble. For the crumble, put the flour in a large bowl. Add the melted butter and run through it with your fingers or a fork, until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add the sugar, nuts and cinnamon and mix together.
3. Bake. Transfer the plum mixture to a pie or tart baking dish. Sprinkle the crumble mixture over it evenly and bake for 25-30 minutes (or until golden brown).
4. Cool and serve. Let it cool slightly. Serve with vanilla ice cream.

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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