Healthy Plum Crumble
Indulge in a healthier version of a classic dessert with this Healthy Plum Crumble! Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe plums and topped with a crunchy oat and nut crumble, this treat is both satisfying and nourishing. It’s the perfect balance of fruity, spiced goodness, and it's easy to make ahead for a delightful dessert or snack.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Equipment Needed: Baking dish, mixing bowl
Ingredients:
For the Plum Filling:
• 6-8 plums, chopped into small pieces
• Sweetener of choice (to taste)
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
For the Crumble Topping:
• 60g oats
• 1 tbsp vanilla essence
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (add more for extra sweetness if desired)
• 10-15g pumpkin seeds
• 10-12 pecans, roughly chopped
Instructions:
1. Prepare Plum Filling: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a baking dish, add the chopped plums. Sprinkle with sweetener and cinnamon, then mix to coat evenly. Spread the plums in an even layer at the bottom of the dish.
2. Make Crumble Topping: In a bowl, mix together oats, vanilla essence, cinnamon, maple syrup, pumpkin seeds, and chopped pecans until well-combined.
3. Assemble Crumble: Spread the crumble mixture evenly over the plums in the baking dish.
4. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the plums are soft and bubbling. Check periodically to ensure it doesn’t over-brown.
5. Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, with a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra creaminess & protein