Hazelnut Baked Plums with Orange Cream

Indulge in the warm, nutty sweetness of Hazelnut Baked Plums with Orange Cream, a dessert that blends rustic charm with refined flavors. Ripe plums are halved and baked to tender perfection, their natural juices enhanced by a luscious topping of buttery honey, cinnamon, and crunchy chopped hazelnuts. The real magic lies in the pairing: a silky orange cream whipped with hints of fresh citrus zest and vanilla. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 35 minutes, makes for an elegant conclusion to any meal. Ideal for entertaining or as a comforting treat, these baked plums are best served warm with a generous dollop of the zesty cream. Perfectly balancing earthy, sweet, and tangy notes, this dish is a celebration of seasonal fruit and simple indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 whole Plums
• 100 grams Hazelnuts
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 250 milliliters Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Fresh orange zest
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Halve the plums and remove the pits. Arrange the plum halves, cut side up, in a baking dish.

Step 3

In a food processor or using a knife, roughly chop the hazelnuts into small pieces. Set aside.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, melt the butter on low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the honey and ground cinnamon until well combined.

Step 5

Drizzle the butter-honey mixture evenly over the plums.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts generously over the plums, ensuring they are evenly coated with the topping.

Step 7

Bake the plums in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are tender and the topping is golden brown.

Step 8

While the plums are baking, prepare the orange cream. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest.

Step 9

Using a handheld or stand mixer, whip the cream mixture on medium speed until soft peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.

Step 10

Once the plums are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 11

To serve, plate 3-4 plum halves per person and top with a generous dollop of orange cream. Optionally, garnish with additional orange zest or a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(964.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2100.3

Total Fat 169.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 312mg	0%
Sodium 89.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 98.4g
Protein 18.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 212.3mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 881.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.9%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 23.6%