"The marzipan topping gives this homey dessert an elegant flair...."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Filling:
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6 cups pitted sliced plums (about 2 1/2 pounds)
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2/3 cup sugar
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3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
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For the Topping:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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3 tablespoons sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2/3 cup marzipan or almond paste, broken into pieces
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1/4 cup chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
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1/4 cup chilled whipping cream
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Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream