Nigella Crumble Plum combines fresh plums, butter, oats, and a touch of ginger for a comforting dessert. This recipe requires 50 minutes to bake and serves 6.
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🧡Why You’ll Love This Crumble Plum Recipe:
- Delicious Flavor: The combination of sweet plums and crumbly topping creates a mouthwatering taste experience.
- Easy Preparation: Requires minimal effort with simple ingredients, perfect for quick baking sessions.
- Versatile Dish: Can be enjoyed warm or cold, as a dessert or even for breakfast.
❓What Is Nigella Crumble Plum Recipe?
Nigella Crumble Plum is made with plums, butter, oats, brown sugar, and a hint of ginger. It’s baked to perfection, creating a delightful crumbly topping over sweet, juicy plums.
🍒Nigella Crumble Plum Ingredients
- 800 grams plums (halved and stoned – or half apples and half plums – tinned plums are handy)
- 2 tablespoons crystallised ginger (chopped – I have substituted with some ground ginger, 1 teaspoon)
- 125 grams butter (softened)
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (extra)
- 60 grams rolled oats
- 120 grams flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 188 millilitres pinenuts (or flaked almonds)
🥧 How To Make Nigella Crumble Plum
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Place halved plums, cut side down, in a buttered dish and sprinkle with ginger.
- Blend butter, 100g brown sugar, oats, flour, and vanilla until crumbly, then spread over plums (ensure some plums are visible).
- Bake for 35 minutes until bubbling, then sprinkle with sugar and nuts and bake for another 15 minutes. Serve with custard, ice cream, or milk.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Perfect Plum Prep: Ensure plums are halved and pitted evenly for uniform baking.
- Ginger Zing: For an extra kick, finely chop crystallized ginger or substitute with ground ginger.
- Butter Mastery: Soften butter to room temperature for easier blending with sugar and oats.
🍨 What To Serve With Crumble Plum?
You can serve crumble plum with Mascarpone Icing, Coffee Ice Cream,Pistachio Fudge, Tiffin, Cranberry Sauce, Salted Caramel Sauce, or Poinsettia Cocktail for a delightful dessert experience.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Crumble Plum?
- In the fridge: Store leftovers crumble plum in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- In the freezer: Store leftovers crumble plum in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
🥵How To Reheat Leftovers Crumble Plum?
- In the oven: Reheat leftovers crumble plumat 160°C for 8 minutes.
- In the microwave: Heat leftovers crumble plum on high for 1 to 2 minutes.
- In the air-fryer: Leftovers crumble plumAir-fry at 160°C for 4 minutes.
FAQ’S:
How Do I Prevent The Crumble Topping From Becoming Soggy?
To prevent the crumble topping from becoming soggy, ensure that you spread the crumble mixture evenly over the plums, leaving some plums exposed.
Do I Need To Peel The Plums Before Using Them?
No, you do not need to peel the plums. You can leave the skins on, as they add texture and color to the dish.
How Can I Make The Crumble Topping Extra Crispy?
For an extra crispy crumble topping, bake the dish until it is golden brown and bubbling. You can also sprinkle a bit of extra sugar over the top before baking, which caramelizes and adds crunch.
Can I Use Frozen Plums Instead Of Fresh Ones?
Yes, you can use frozen plums for this recipe. Thaw and drain them well before halving and using them as directed in the recipe.
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Nigella Crumble Plum Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 156cals
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Total Carbs: 25g
- Net Carbs: 23g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Total Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: 41mg
Nigella Crumble Plum
Description
Nigella Crumble Plum combines fresh plums, butter, oats, and a touch of ginger for a comforting dessert. This recipe requires 50 minutes to bake and serves 6.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Place halved plums, cut side down, in a buttered dish and sprinkle with ginger.
- Blend butter, 100g brown sugar, oats, flour, and vanilla until crumbly, then spread over plums (ensure some plums are visible).
- Bake for 35 minutes until bubbling, then sprinkle with sugar and nuts and bake for another 15 minutes. Serve with custard, ice cream, or milk.
Notes
- Perfect Plum Prep: Ensure plums are halved and pitted evenly for uniform baking.
Ginger Zing: For an extra kick, finely chop crystallized ginger or substitute with ground ginger.
Butter Mastery: Soften butter to room temperature for easier blending with sugar and oats.