Delicious American Plum Crumble Recipe

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Delicious American Plum Crumble Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 07, 2024

Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of ripe plums combined with a crunchy crumble topping in this classic American dessert. Perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion, this Plum Crumble is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

  • 6-8 ripe plums, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the sliced plums with granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
  3. In another bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, 1/3 cup of flour, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly and sprinkle over the plum mixture.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the crumble topping is golden brown and the plum filling is bubbly.
  5. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Interesting Facts

  • Crumble desserts originated in Britain but have become popular in American cuisine as well.
  • Plums are a good source of Vitamin C and antioxidants, making this dessert both delicious and nutritious.