Low Fat Stewed Plums
Delight in the naturally sweet and tangy flavors of this Low Fat Stewed Plums recipe, a quick and healthy way to elevate any meal. Made with ripe, juicy plums gently simmered with a touch of cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla, this dish is infused with warm, comforting spices and a splash of lemon juice for a hint of brightness. Perfectly customizable, you can enhance the sweetness with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, or keep it entirely refined sugar-free. Ready in just 30 minutes, this stewed fruit is an ideal topping for yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, or desserts—or simply enjoy it on its own! Packed with fruit-forward goodness and free from unnecessary fats, this recipe is a clean-eating favorite that stores well for easy, make-ahead convenience. Whether served warm or chilled, these tender stewed plums are a delicious, versatile addition to your healthy eating routine.
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Ingredients
- 6 whole ripe plums
- 0.5 cups water
- 1 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoons lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Wash the plums thoroughly under running water.
Step 2
Slice each plum in half, remove the pit, and cut the halves into quarters for smaller pieces.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, honey or maple syrup (if using), ground cinnamon, ground ginger, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
Step 4
Add the plum pieces to the saucepan and stir gently to coat the fruit with the liquid and spices.
Step 5
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 6
Once simmering, lower the heat to medium-low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
Step 7
Allow the plums to stew for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is soft and beginning to break down, and the liquid has slightly thickened.
Step 8
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness, if needed, by adding a small amount of additional honey or maple syrup.
Step 9
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the stewed plums cool for a few minutes.
Step 10
Serve warm as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes, or let it cool completely and store in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (545.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 255.7 |
| Total Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.6g | |
| Protein 3.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 58.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 652.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories