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 mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
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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
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!