Spiced Italian Plums Prunes in Port

Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of Spiced Italian Plums Prunes in Port, a sophisticated dessert or accompaniment that's perfect for autumn gatherings or cozy evenings at home. This easy yet impressive recipe marries the natural sweetness of Italian plums with the deep, velvety tones of port wine, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon, star anise, and cloves. A hint of orange zest and a splash of vanilla extract add layers of complexity, while a slow simmer allows the fruit to absorb the spiced syrup without losing its shape. Serve these luscious plums chilled or at room temperature, paired with creamy vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a slice of rich pound cake for an elegant finish to any meal. Perfectly balanced and infused with aromatic flavors, this recipe is a showstopper for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Italian plums (prunes)
• 300 milliliters Port wine
• 100 grams Brown sugar
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 2 pieces Star anise
• 4 pieces Cloves
• 1 strip Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 200 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the Italian plums (or prunes) under cold running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the port wine, water, and brown sugar. Stir gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 3

Add the cinnamon stick, star anise, cloves, and orange zest to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the spices to infuse the liquid for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Carefully add the plums to the saucepan. Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook the plums for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender but still hold their shape.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract and remove the saucepan from the heat. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 6

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the plums to a serving bowl or storage jar. Strain the spiced port liquid through a fine mesh sieve into a heatproof jug, discarding the solids.

Step 7

Pour the strained liquid over the plums. Let cool completely before covering and refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to deepen and intensify.

Step 8

Serve the spiced Italian plums chilled or at room temperature, with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or as an elegant accompaniment to desserts like pound cake.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1134.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2240.3

Total Fat 4.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 97.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 478.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.8g	0%
Total Sugars 333.9g
Protein 13.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 494.8mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 4706.6mg	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: 2.1%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 95.1%