Our favourites plum recipes to try when the weather turns autumnal
From fruity plum crumbles, meringues, ice creams and plum chutneys - you'll be spoilt for choice with this versatile stone fruit.
Are you a plum lover like we are? Plums are in season, and at their best between August to early October, so make sure you look for British-grown plums during those months to really taste the best of this delicious stone fruit.
Their fruity and intense flavour pairs brilliantly in a range of desserts. From a classic crumble, on top of a crunchy meringue, or in a sweet and sticky jelly to serve with cheese and crackers, the options are endless.
Plums also work really well in savoury dishes too, particularly when paired with rich meats like duck and chicken.
Read on for our favourite plum recipes that we can't stop making now that the weather is starting to turn crisp...
Autumn fruit tarte tatin recipe
Making Tarte Tatin can be time consuming and complex, but this cheat’s version delivers an impressive pudding with minimal effort.
Recipe: Autumn fruit tarte tatin
Flourless chocolate cake with plum and blackberry compote recipe
A decadent pudding that’s sure to be a hit.
Recipe: Flourless chocolate cake with plum and blackberry compote
Baked brie pie recipe with honeyed rosemary plums recipe
This sharing centrepiece pie makes the most of in season plums.
Plum, vanilla and white chocolate crumble recipe
This super simple crumble makes the perfect sweet dessert for Sunday lunch with friends.
Plum and cardamom fool recipe
We love the simplicity of a fool for dessert and this one uses in season plums and fragrant cardamom.
Recipe: Plum and cardamom fool
Plum meringue no-churn ice cream recipe
This ice cream doesn’t require an ice cream machine and couldn’t be easier to make! Swap the plums for another stoned fruit if you like.
Recipe: Plum Meringue No-Churn Ice Cream
Plum and apple crumble recipe
Nothing says British like an apple crumble. Add seasonal plums for extra flavour.
Recipe: Plum and apple crumble
Meringue nest with roasted plums and mascarpone recipe
Make the most of the beautiful plum season by roasting them to intensify their sweetness. Serve on top of pre-made meringue nests and a mascarpone filling.
Oaty plum and walnut crumble recipe
This crumble truly is an Autumnal delight, delicious with ice cream or cream.
Recipe: Oaty plum and walnut crumble
Spiced plum and fig jam recipe
Spice up your jam with this deliciously recipe and give a pot as a sweet gift.
Recipe: Spiced plum and fig jam
Plum and berry flapjack crumble recipe
When ripe plums and an oaty flapjack combine, you get this decadent and perfect dessert. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort food.
Recipe: Plum and berry flapjack crumble
Saucy plum pavlova recipe
The combination of crisp, chewy meringue and tangy plums makes this Pavlova irresistible.
Recipe: Saucy plum pavlova
Plum and almond tray bake recipe
Serve this cake at room temperature with a cup of tea, or warm with ice cream for a comforting dessert.
Recipe: Plum and almond traybake
Plum crumble cake slices recipe
You can make this moreish cake with apples, pears or whatever fruit is in season.
Recipe: Plum Crumble Cake Slices
Individual autumn puddings recipe
These autumnal treats make full use of the best the season has to offer.
Recipe: Individual autumn puddings
Poached plums with port recipe
Got a glut penchant for plums? This poached pud is the one for you...
Recipe: Poached plums with port
Sticky plum tart recipe
Try this triple-tested sticky plum tart, a perfect dessert idea for elegant and inexpensive entertaining.
Recipe: Sticky plum tart
Plum brandy recipe
This delicious infused brandy makes a unique homemade gift.
Recipe: Plum brandy
Plum cheese recipe
Plum cheese is perfect with a cheeseboard at Christmas. If you're planning on giving this as a gift then this recipe make 3 x 250ml jars.
Recipe: Plum cheese
Plum tarte tatin recipe
If you want a variation on the classic French apple tarte tatin, this plum tarte tatin is just the ticket.
Reipe: Plum tarte tatin
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