Warm Plums With Cinnamon Toast and Red Plum Sorbet

Name: Warm Plums With Cinnamon Toast and Red Plum Sorbet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound ripe red plums, pitted and chopped; ⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons water; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 6 large plums, underripe, halved and pitted; 1/2 cup sugar; ⅓ cup water; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 4 large slices white bread, toasted, crusts removed; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Servings: persons

3/4 pound ripe red plums, pitted and chopped
⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
6 large plums, underripe, halved and pitted
1/2 cup sugar
⅓ cup water
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 large slices white bread, toasted, crusts removed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

1
Make the sorbet: Combine chopped plums and 2 tablespoons of the water in a heavy saucepan.
2
Cook over medium-low heat until soft, about 15 minutes.
3
Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth, set aside.
4
Place the remaining water and sugar in a clean saucepan and boil for 4 minutes.
5
Combine plum puree, sugar syrup, vanilla extract and lemon juice in a glass or ceramic bowl.
6
Refrigerate until chilled.
7
Pour the mixture into an ice-cream maker and proceed according to manufacturer's directions.
8
Prepare the plums: preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
9
Place the halved plums, cut side up, in an earthenware dish or heavy skillet.
10
Sprinkle with the sugar and water, and dust with 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon.
11
Bake until tender, about 25 minutes.
12
Remove from oven and keep warm.
13
Meanwhile, make the cinnamon toast.
14
Preheat the broiler.
15
Place the toast on a baking sheet.
16
Spread with butter and dust with the remaining cinnamon.
17
Broil just until the butter starts to bubble, about 2 minutes.
18
Remove and set aside.
19
To assemble the dessert, arrange 3 plum halves like flower petals on each of four dessert plates.
20
Place a small scoop of sorbet in the middle, drizzle with a spoonful of the plum juices and serve with cinnamon toast.

248

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound ripe red plums, pitted and chopped, ⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons water, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Warm Plums With Cinnamon Toast and Red Plum Sorbet falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

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