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Spiced Plum Crisp

Irresistibly Delicious Spiced Plum Crisp That Wows

This Spiced Plum Crisp combines juicy plums with a crunchy, spiced topping for an unbeatable dessert experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Crisp Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup thick rolled oats
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom
  • ½ cup cold butter cut into pieces
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
For the Plum Filling
  • 3 lbs plums sliced
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 medium lemon juice and zest
  • 1-2 tablespoons tapioca flour for thickening

Equipment

  • 9-10 inch skillet or baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9-10 inch skillet.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom. Work in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in chopped pecans and refrigerate.
  3. Toss sliced plums with lemon juice and zest, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Let sit for 10 minutes, then mix in tapioca flour.
  4. Spoon plum mixture into the prepared baking dish. Crumble the chilled topping over the plum filling.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes until bubbling and golden brown. Check in the last few minutes.
  6. Allow to cool for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe plums for the best flavor. Chill the topping for maximum crunchiness before baking.

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