Turmeric Free Dark Chocolate & Almond Baked Plums
Warm, jammy plums straight from the oven with a crunchy chocolate-almond crumble melting into the fruit ā this dessert is the kind of thing that looks far more impressive than the effort it takes. The plums soften beautifully in the oven, their natural sweetness intensifying as the juices bubble up around the edges of the dish. The topping brings together chopped raw almonds, dark chocolate, almond flour, maple syrup, and a hint of ground ginger for a crumble that's rich, slightly spiced, and completely irresistible. A drizzle of honey at the end is optional, but honestly, don't skip it. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from turmeric, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out ā the recipe just works as written. It's an elegant, fuss-free dessert that fits beautifully into a spice-conscious kitchen without sacrificing a single bit of flavor.
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4 servings
For the plums
- 4 ripe but firm plums, halved and pitted
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- Ā½ tsp ground cinnamon
For the topping
- Ā½ cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
- 1 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Ā¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp honey, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375Ā°F (190Ā°C). Arrange the plum halves cut-side up in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 2
Drizzle the melted coconut oil over the plums and sprinkle with the ground cinnamon. Toss gently to coat, then return the plums cut-side up.
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