Vegan Stewed Plums
Embrace the naturally sweet and tangy flavors of this delightful Vegan Stewed Plums recipe, a quick and easy treat that brings seasonal fruit to life with comforting spices and wholesome ingredients. Made with ripe plums simmered gently in a fragrant blend of maple syrup, cinnamon, and a splash of lemon juice, these stewed plums boast a luscious, syrupy texture that's perfect for enhancing your favorite breakfast or dessert. Crafted in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish is free of refined sugar and fully customizable with your choice of optional sweeteners like coconut sugar or agave. Serve them warm over oatmeal, chilled with dairy-free yogurt, or as a topping for pancakes or vegan ice cream—every spoonful is a burst of plant-based goodness. Ideal for meal prep or holiday gatherings, this recipe transforms simple plums into an elegant, nourishing treat.
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Ingredients
- 8 whole ripe plums
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon optional sweetener (like coconut sugar or agave syrup)
Directions
Step 1
Wash the plums thoroughly and pat them dry.
Step 2
Cut the plums in half, remove the pits, and slice each half into quarters (or smaller pieces if you prefer).
Step 3
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, maple syrup, lemon juice, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to combine.
Step 4
Add the sliced plums to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 5
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the plums simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the plums are softened and the juices have thickened into a syrup-like consistency.
Step 6
Stir in the vanilla extract and, if desired, the optional sweetener. Taste and adjust sweetness to your preference.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the stewed plums cool slightly before serving.
Step 8
Serve warm or chilled. These stewed plums pair wonderfully with oatmeal, dairy-free yogurt, pancakes, or as a topping for vegan ice cream or desserts.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (846.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 458.9 |
| Total Fat 1.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 119.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 109.3g | |
| Protein 4.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 76.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 862.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories