Dairy Free Ginger-Cardamom Baked Plums with Almonds
Warm, jammy plums roasted until their edges caramelize and their juices pool into a fragrant, spiced syrup — this dessert is the kind of thing that looks far more impressive than the effort it takes. A whisked blend of honey, olive oil, fresh ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon coats each plum half before it hits the oven, building deep, aromatic flavor without a single drop of butter or cream. Roughly chopped raw almonds go in partway through roasting, turning golden and fragrant while the fruit finishes softening — adding crunch and richness that makes the whole dish feel indulgent. Everything here is naturally free of dairy, so there's no swapping or substituting required; the recipe just works as written. A finishing hit of lemon zest and a spoonful of those glossy pan juices over the top pulls it all together beautifully. Serve it on its own, alongside a dairy-free yogurt, or just straight from the baking dish while it's still warm — no one will judge you.
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4 servings
- 4 ripe but firm plums, halved and pitted
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Arrange the plum halves cut-side up in a 9x13-inch baking dish, fitting them snugly in a single layer.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, grated ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt until combined. Spoon the mixture evenly over the cut surfaces of the plums.
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