plum and walnut crisp

(1 RATING)
21 Pinches
Louisville, KY
Updated on Oct 6, 2013

This dessert is a pleasant change from some of the overused recipes we have. Give plums a try, in this sweet, nutty dessert.

prep time 40 Min
cook time 55 Min
method Bake
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • - vegetable cooking spray
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
  • 4 pounds purple plums, pitted and quartered
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup regular oats, uncooked
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

How To Make plum and walnut crisp

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Step 2
    Combine first 3 ingredients, in a large bowl; stir well. Add plums, and toss gently to coat. Add lemon juice, and toss gently. Let stand 30 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Combine oats, flour, and brown sugar, in a small bowl. Cut in butter, with a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in walnuts.
  • Step 4
    Spoon plum mixture into the prepared dish. Cover, and bake for 40 minutes. Sprinkle oat mixture over plums. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes, or until lightly browned. Serve warm. Makes 12 servings.

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Keyword: #nutty
Keyword: #fruity
Keyword: #Lemony
Ingredient: Fruit
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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