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Classic Plum Crumble

Classic Plum Crumble

This classic plum crumble is a nostalgic dessert that features rich, buttery flavors and an abundance of fresh plums, perfect for cozy family gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 servings
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Equipment

  • Food processor

Ingredients
  

For the Crumble Dough:

  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 oz cold unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • a pinch salt

For the Plum Filling:

  • 5 cups fresh plums chopped into small pieces
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

Instructions
 

For the Crumble Dough:

  • In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, cold butter, eggs, baking powder, and salt. Pulse until it transforms into a crumb-like texture.
  • Wrap the crumble mixture in plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator while you prepare the plum filling.

For the Plum Filling:

  • Dice the plums into small pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine these plums with lemon juice, flour, and sugar until they are well coated.
  • Spread half of the chilled crumble mixture evenly over a large baking sheet, approximately 13x18 inches. Then layer the plum filling atop this base.
  • Crumble the remaining dough over the top to fully cover the layer of fruit.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for around 40 minutes, or until the top achieves a beautiful golden brown hue. Allow it to cool before serving. It pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream!