Legume Free Plum & Coconut Crumble

Total time1 hr 5 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time40 min

4.5

(19)

Juicy, jammy plums bubbling up through a golden, coconut-scented topping — this crumble is the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. The filling leans into the natural sweetness of ripe plums, brightened with lemon juice and warmed with Ceylon cinnamon and ginger, while arrowroot starch pulls the fruit juices into a glossy, spoonable sauce. What makes this crumble so satisfying for anyone avoiding legumes is that every single component is built from roots, fruits, and coconut — cassava flour and tapioca starch replace any grain or bean-based thickeners without sacrificing that irresistible crumbly texture. Coconut oil works the crumble topping into coarse, buttery clumps that bake up crisp at the edges and tender in the middle, with shredded coconut adding a subtle chew and toasty depth. The gaps in the topping aren't a mistake — they let the plum juices push through and caramelize slightly around the edges, which is honestly the best part. Let it rest for a few minutes before you dig in so the filling can thicken up into something truly spoonable. Serve it warm on its own or with a scoop of your favorite coconut cream for a dessert that feels indulgent and completely unfussy.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the filling

2 lbs ripe plums (about 8 medium), pitted and cut into ¾-inch wedges
3 tbsp honey
1 tbsp arrowroot starch
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
¼ tsp ground ginger

For the crumble

¾ cup cassava flour
¼ cup tapioca starch
½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
3 tbsp honey
¼ cup coconut oil, solid or semi-solid
¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
¼ tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the plum wedges with 3 tbsp honey, arrowroot starch, lemon juice, 1/2 tsp Ceylon cinnamon, and ground ginger until the fruit is evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.

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