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Candied Plums topped with ice cream
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Candied Plums Recipe

Our easy end of summer, early fall and holiday favorite; this candied plum topped with a generous scoop of ice cream is the perfect treat to make any dessert night worthwhile.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 People
Calories 633kcal
Author Savory Thoughts

Ingredients

  • 4 Plums
  • 1 Tbsp. Butter
  • 1 ½ Tbsp. Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. Water
  • 1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
  • Favorite Topping ice cream, whipped cream or nuts

Instructions

Stovetop Method

  • Wash and slice the plums evenly. In a small saucepan, add the butter, plums, water, sugar, and vanilla extract.
    Cook over medium low heat covered for 3 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
    sliced plum
  • Remove from stove, allow to cool, and serve as a topping over your favorite ice cream.
    cooked plums in white bowl with gold rim

Air Fryer Method

  • Cut the plums in half. Remove the seed. Set aside.
    In a small bowl, add the butter and let in the microwave. Then add the sugar and vanilla extract. Mix well to combine.
    sugar butter plum on foil
  • Use a pastry brush, brush the mixture over the plums. Place in a tray or air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes at 400 degrees.
    Remove the plums from the basket and top with your favorite ice cream, whipped cream, yogurt, or nuts.
    Candied Plums topped with ice cream

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Calories are estimated per serving only.

Nutrition

Serving: 2People | Calories: 633kcal | Carbohydrates: 145g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 441mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 119g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg