Plum-Oat Crisp Recipe

Name: Plum-Oat Crisp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cold, cut into small pieces, plus more for baking dish; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar; 1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats; 2 1/2 pounds red or black plums, halved, pitted, and cut into eighths; Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 tablespoon); 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cold, cut into small pieces, plus more for baking dish
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 1/2 pounds red or black plums, halved, pitted, and cut into eighths
Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 375F, with the rack in the lower third.
2
Butter a 3-quart baking dish, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet; set aside.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
4
Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until large clumps form.
5
Using a rubber spatula, mix in oats.
6
Set aside.
7
In a large bowl, toss together plums, lemon juice, the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, cornstarch, cardamom, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt to combine.
8
Pour the plum mixture into the prepared baking dish; sprinkle with reserved oat mixture, covering fruit evenly.
9
Bake until the juices are bubbling and the topping is evenly browned, about 50 minutes.
10
Cool slightly on a wire rack.
11
Serve crisp warm, topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if using.
12
The topping for a crisp should contain crumbs that vary in size.
13
Oats make the texture especially appealing.

946

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cold, cut into small pieces, plus more for baking dish, 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar, 1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Plum-Oat Crisp 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.

Plum-Oat Crisp

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions