Healthy Plum Crisp
Juicy, sweet-tart plums baked beneath a golden oat and almond topping make this healthy plum crisp the perfect late-summer dessert. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, almonds, chia seeds, and flaxseed, it’s a lighter take on the classic fruit crisp that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- Naturally sweetened and wholesome – Unlike traditional fruit crisps that rely on refined sugar, this recipe is sweetened with pure maple syrup and made with nourishing ingredients like oats, almonds, chia seeds, and flaxseed.
- Easy to make with simple ingredients – All you need are a few pantry staples and fresh plums. The filling and topping come together in one bowl.
- The perfect balance of juicy and crunchy – As the plums bake, they become soft and jammy while the oat-almond topping turns golden and crisp. Every spoonful delivers the perfect combination of warm fruit, cozy spices, and crunchy crumble topping.
If you love plums, try my Fresh Plum Cake, German Plum Cake, and Healthy Plum Muffins.
Ingredients you’ll need:
- Fresh plums – Choose ripe but still firm plums for the best texture.
- Maple syrup – Adds natural sweetness without refined sugar and helps bind the topping ingredients
- Chia seeds – Help thicken the juices as the crisp bakes.
- Rolled oats – Create the classic crisp texture.
- Almond flour – Adds richness and a tender crumb.
- Sliced almonds – Provide crunch and nutty flavor.
- Unsalted butter – Creates a golden, crisp topping.
- Ground flaxseed – Adds fiber and nutrition.
- Vanilla extract – Enhances the overall flavor.
- Cinnamon and cloves – Add warm spice and depth.
How to make healthy plum crisp
(The full written and printable recipe is further below.)
Step #1) In a large bowl, toss the plums, maple syrup, chia seeds, and cinnamon together. Transfer the plum mixture into a greased 9″ pie plate.
Step #2) Using the same bowl, mix together the rolled oats, almond flour, sliced almonds, maple syrup, melted butter, ground flaxseed, vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves.
Step #3) Sprinkle the oat mixture over the plums.
Step #4) Bake at 350F for 30 minutes until golden on top and the filling is bubbling.
🌟 Expert tips:
- Choose ripe but firm plums: They should yield slightly when pressed but still hold their shape during baking.
- Slice the plums evenly: Uniform slices help the fruit cook at the same rate and create the best texture.
- Don’t skip the resting time: Letting the crisp cool for 10–15 minutes allows the filling to thicken and makes serving easier.
- Bake until bubbling: Look for fruit juices bubbling around the edges and a golden-brown topping for the perfect crisp.
Storing & freezing instructions:
Storing – Cover any leftover plum crisp and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Enjoy it cold, or reheat individual servings in the microwave or a 300°F (150°C) oven until warmed through.
Freezing – Let the crisp cool completely, then wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven before serving to restore the crisp topping.
Recipe FAQs:
No. Plum skins soften during baking and add beautiful color and flavor to the crisp.
Yes, but thaw and drain them first to prevent excess liquid. You may also need to increase the baking time by 5–10 minutes.
Yes! This recipe works well with peaches, nectarines, apricots, pears, or a combination of your favorite stone fruits.
Yes, replace the regular butter with margarine or a plant-based butter alternative in the topping.
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Healthy Plum Crisp
Ingredients
- 4 cups ripe but firm plums, sliced 1/4" thick
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted vegan butter
- 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and grease a 9" pie plate.
- In a large bowl, toss the plums, maple syrup, chia seeds, and cinnamon together. Transfer the plum mixture into the prepared pie plate.4 cups ripe but firm plums, ¼ cup maple syrup, ¼ tsp cinnamon, 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- Using the same bowl, mix together the rolled oats, almond flour, sliced almonds, maple syrup, melted butter, ground flaxseed, vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves.1 cup rolled oats, ½ cup almond flour, ½ cup sliced almonds, ¼ cup maple syrup, ¼ cup melted vegan butter, 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed, 1 tsp vanilla extract, ½ tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp ground cloves
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the plums.
- Bake for 30 minutes until bubbling and golden on top.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Boo Boo’s Bakery
