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Nutritionist Rose Reisman joined host Susan Hay to demonstrate a simple and satisfying summer dessert: a homemade plum crisp made with fresh Ontario plums. The recipe requires minimal preparation and delivers a warm, comforting result that works equally well as a dessert or a seasonal treat.
Ingredients You Will Need
The filling calls for four cups of diced plums, a quarter cup each of brown sugar and white sugar, one tablespoon of cornstarch, half a teaspoon of cinnamon, and one tablespoon of lemon juice. These ingredients combine to create a sweet and slightly tart base that highlights the natural flavour of Ontario plums.
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For the topping, you will need half a cup of rolled oats, half a cup of all-purpose flour, half a cup of brown sugar, one-third of a cup of oil, a quarter cup of chopped pecans or almonds, and a quarter teaspoon of cinnamon. Together, these ingredients form a crumbly, nutty crust that bakes to a light golden brown.
How to Prepare the Plum Crisp
Start by combining the plums, both sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice in a bowl. Gently mix the ingredients until the plums are evenly coated. This step ensures the filling thickens properly during baking.
In a separate bowl, mix the oats, flour, brown sugar, oil, nuts, and cinnamon together until the mixture becomes moist and holds together. Spoon the plum filling into a 9-inch by 9-inch baking dish, then scatter the topping evenly over the surface.
Bake the crisp at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 30 minutes, or until the topping turns lightly browned. Rose Reisman recommends serving the dish warm or at room temperature, making it a versatile option for summer gatherings or a simple weeknight dessert. The homemade plum crisp is a straightforward recipe that showcases fresh, seasonal fruit with very little effort.
