Sweet Summer Plum Crisp with Pistachio Oat Topping

Plum Crisp with Pistachio Oat Crumble - As the summer winds down and autumn approaches, it’s the perfect time to make seasonal desserts. Try this easy plum crisp recipe that uses sweet summer plums drizzled with honey and topped with a mix of pistachios and oats. This dessert combines the sweet and slightly tart flavor of plums with the rich, nutty taste of pistachios to create mix of unique flavors.

Plum Crisp with Pistachio Oat CrumblePhoto byThyme of Season

Ingredients You Will Need

To make a delectable plum crisp with pistachio, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Plum Filling:

• 2 pounds plums - about 8 plums pitted and sliced
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Pistachio Oat Crust:

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup roughly chopped pistachios - unsalted
• ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon fine salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter - melted and cooled to room temperature
• 2-3 tablespoons of good quality honey - for drizzling on top

Step-by-Step Preparation

The recipe for plum crisp with pistachio is easy to follow:

Plum Crisp with Pistachio Oat CrumblePhoto byThyme of Season

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced plums, granulated sugar, corn starch, and lemon juice. Mix until the plums are evenly coated.
3. Transfer the plum mixture to a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
4. In another bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, ginger powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Add the chilled butter to the dry mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6. Stir in the chopped pistachios.
7. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the plums in the baking dish.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly.
9. Allow the crisp to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with honey and serve in individual bowls.

Serving Suggestions

Plum Crisp with Pistachio Oat CrumblePhoto byThyme of Season

Plum crisp with pistachio is delicious on its own, but you can enhance or complement its flavor with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. This dessert is perfect for family gatherings, dinner parties, or simply enjoying a cozy late summer barbeque at home.

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