Paraben Free Ginger-Cardamom Baked Plums with Almonds
Warm, jammy plums straight from the oven are one of those simple pleasures that feel far more luxurious than the effort involved. The fruit softens and caramelizes at the edges while soaking up a fragrant glaze of honey, olive oil, fresh ginger, and cardamom ā a combination that smells absolutely incredible as it roasts. Scattered almonds go in partway through, toasting to a golden crunch that plays beautifully against the silky plum flesh. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, which matters when you're being careful about synthetic preservatives and chemical additives that sneak into so many packaged sauces and spice blends. Using fresh ginger rather than a processed paste and raw almonds rather than a flavored variety keeps everything clean from start to finish. A finishing hit of lemon zest and a spoonful of those glossy pan juices pulls it all together into something that works as a stunning dessert, a fancy brunch side, or even spooned over yogurt the next morning.
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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
- Ā½ tsp ground cardamom
- Ā¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ā tsp fine sea salt
- Ā¼ cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400Ā°F (205Ā°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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