Mary Berry’s Plum Crumble is a savory delicacy highlighting fresh plums, orange zest, granulated sugar, plain flour, butter, Demerara sugar, and orange juice, and takes 40 minutes to be ready!
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🤎 Why You’ll Love This Plum Crumble Recipe:
- Succulent plums and a tangy orange taste explode from every bite.
- A satisfying crunch is added by the buttery crumble topping.
- Thanks to its few ingredients and straightforward preparation, anyone may enjoy it.
❓ What Is Mary Berry’s Plum Crumble Recipe?
Mary Berry’s Plum Crumble is a mouthwatering dessert consisting of fresh plums, orange zest, and a buttery crumble topping made of plain flour, butter, and Demerara sugar. It’s baked until golden brown and bubbling, creating a tasty treat.
🧈 Mary Berry Plum Crumble Ingredients
- 900g fresh plums, halved and stoned
- Finely grated rind of 1 orange
- 1 tbsp orange juice
- 175g granulated sugar
For the crumble:
- 175g plain flour
- 75g butter, cubed
- 50g Demerara sugar
🥮 How To Make Mary Berry Plum Crumble
- Turn the oven temperature up to 200 degrees Celsius (180 degrees fan, Gas 6). A shallow ovenproof dish that is 1.7-2 liters (3-3½ pints) in capacity will be required.
- Combine the granulated sugar, orange rind juice, and raw plums in a bowl.
- In a food processor, combine the flour and butter and pulse until the mixture is the consistency of breadcrumbs.
- Mix in the Demerara sugar after transferring to a bowl; top with plums for garnish. Bring the top to a perfect level.
- Bake in the oven for 30–40 minutes, or until the surface becomes a subtle golden hue and bubbles start to form around the edges.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Use ripe plums for the juiciest texture and most delicious flavor.
- Adjust the sugar until it tastes just right.
- Evenly disperse the crumble topping for the perfect topping.
🍨 What Pairs Nicely With Plum Crumble?
Plum Crumble complements wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, vanilla custard, or a cup of hot tea.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Plum Crumble?
- In The Fridge: Keep leftover plum crumble in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- In The Freezer: Leftover plum crumble can be frozen for 3 to 4 months if wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Let thaw in the fridge before reheating.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Plum Crumble?
- Oven: Reheat leftover plum crumble on a baking sheet at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Microwave: Heat leftover plum crumble portion in a microwave-safe plate on high 30-second bursts or until warmed.
FAQs
How do you keep plum crumble topping from getting soggy?
Use an ample amount of butter in the crumble topping to ensure it crisps up nicely and prevents it from becoming soggy.
What if my plum crumble is too dry?
If your plum crumble is too dry, gently sprinkle a little water, a teaspoon at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency.
Is it better to plum crumble with cold or melted butter?
It’s better to plum crumble with cold cubed butter as it helps create a flakier and more textured crumble topping.
Why is my plum crumble mushy?
Your plum crumble may turn mushy if there are excessive juices released from the plums during baking, creating a soggy texture.
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Mary Berry Plum Crumble Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 237
- Total Fat 10g
- Saturated Fat 7g
- Total Carbs 38g
- Net Carbs 38g
- Total Sugars 29g
- Protein 2g
Mary Berry Plum Crumble
Description
Mary Berry’s Plum Crumble is a savory delicacy highlighting fresh plums, orange zest, granulated sugar, plain flour, butter, Demerara sugar, and orange juice, and takes 40 minutes to be ready!
Ingredients
For the crumble:
Instructions
- Turn the oven temperature up to 200 degrees Celsius (180 degrees fan, Gas 6). A shallow ovenproof dish that is 1.7-2 liters (3-3½ pints) in capacity will be required.
- Combine the granulated sugar, orange rind juice, and raw plums in a bowl.
- In a food processor, combine the flour and butter and pulse until the mixture is the consistency of breadcrumbs.
- Mix in the Demerara sugar after transferring to a bowl; top with plums for garnish. Bring the top to a perfect level.
- Bake in the oven for 30–40 minutes, or until the surface becomes a subtle golden hue and bubbles start to form around the edges.
Notes
- Use ripe plums for the juiciest texture and most delicious flavor.
Adjust the sugar until it tastes just right.
Evenly disperse the crumble topping for the perfect topping.