Small Batch Caramelized Plums
Small batch caramelized plums made with fresh plums, butter, and sugar, cooked in one pan in about 10 minutes. This easy single serving recipe creates tender, juicy fruit in a rich, glossy sauce perfect as a topping or simple fruit dessert for one.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon water
- 2 medium plums -sliced
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sugar and water. Swirl the pan and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until the mixture bubbles and turns deep golden. Remove from the heat.
- Add the sliced plums in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and cinnamon, if using. Return to medium heat and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the plums soften and are coated in the sauce.
- Serve warm, or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Watch the caramel closely: Sugar can go from golden to burnt quickly. Remove it from the heat once it reaches a deep amber color.
- Choose ripe but firm plums: Very soft plums can break down too much while cooking. Slightly firm fruit holds its shape better.
- Adjust sweetness as needed: Taste the plums before cooking. Add a little extra sugar if they are very tart.
- Cook to your preferred texture: Simmer just until tender for thicker slices, or a few minutes longer if you prefer softer, saucier fruit.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 391mg | Potassium: 207mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 805IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
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