Plum and Shortbread Swirls Recipe

Name: Plum and Shortbread Swirls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 18 plums, halved and pitted; ¾ cup orange juice; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 ½ cups shortbread cookies, broken; ⅓ cup orange liqueur; 1 cup whipping cream; 1 cup mascarpone; ½ cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 teaspoon orange rind, grated

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Place plums, cut side up, in a small baking dish.
3
Pour orange juice over top and sprinkle with sugar.
4
Bake for 25 min's or until soft and very juicy!
5
Let cool in juices then cut plums in half (again); set aside still in juices.
6
In a medium bowl toss cookie pieces with orange liqueur.
7
Whip cream till soft peaks form.
8
In a small bowl combine mascarpone, yogurt, maple syrup and rind; fold into whip cream.
9
In 6 tall glasses layer the mascarpone mix, cookies, plums, reserved juices in 2 layers.
10
Top with a dollop of whip cream or mascarpone.

303

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 18 plums, halved and pitted, ¾ cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 ½ cups shortbread cookies, broken, and more.

Yes, Plum and Shortbread Swirls falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Plum and Shortbread Swirls

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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