Introduction

Indulge in the sweetness of baked plums paired with the richness of almond cream. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

  • 16 fresh plums
  • 1 vanilla stick
  • 125 ml red dry wine
  • 100 g sugar
  • 600 ml heavy cream
  • 40 g powdered sugar
  • 1 vanilla pod
  • 150 g almond powder
  • 3/4 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the almond cream: Line a 14x20 cm cake mold with parchment paper. In a bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the almond powder and sliced almonds. Pour the mixture into the prepared mold, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for about 3 hours.
  2. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Score the plums in a cross pattern and place them in a baking dish, scored side up. Score the vanilla stick and place it among the plums. Pour the red wine over the plums and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 30 minutes, brushing the plums with the liquid from the baking dish halfway through. Remove the vanilla stick and let the plums cool.
  3. Once the plums are baked, remove the almond cream from the freezer, take off the parchment paper, and slice it. Arrange 2 slices of almond cream and 2 plums on each plate. Drizzle the dessert with the red syrup from the plums.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
  • Garnish with additional sliced almonds or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
  • Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.

Side Dishes Ideas

  • Roasted nuts: Almonds, walnuts, or pecans roasted with a hint of cinnamon and sugar complement the dessert nicely.
  • Fresh fruit salad: A mix of seasonal fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries provides a refreshing contrast.
  • Cinnamon cookies: Crunchy cookies with a warm cinnamon flavor can be dipped into the red syrup for an added delight.

Nutrition Values (approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Sodium: 10mg