Ingredients

3 lbs plums , halved and stones removed
4 ounces golden caster sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cinnamon stick , broken in half
2 oranges
2 ounces almonds , ground
10 ounces self-raising flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 ounces butter , chilled and cut into cubes
4 tablespoons golden caster sugar
150 g plain yogurt
4 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup almonds , sliced
This Plum Orange and Almond Cobbler is a perfect dessert for any season. It has a sweet and tangy flavor, a crispy and crunchy texture, and is easy to make. Using fresh plums in season, it fills your senses with its warm, fruity aroma and makes you feel like you are in heaven. The top layer of the dessert is made of almond batter, which bakes to perfection and creates a beautiful contrast with the fruity filling. It is a wonderful dessert to share with family and friends, and it can be customized with different toppings to satisfy everyone's cravings.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a large bowl, combine the plums, golden caster sugar, all-purpose flour, and cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
3.Cut the oranges into quarters and remove the pith and membranes. Cut each quarter into 4-5 chunks and add to the plum mixture. Add the ground almonds and stir gently.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour, salt and baking powder. Add the cubed chilled butter and rub in with your fingers until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs.
5.Stir in the golden caster sugar until evenly combined. Add the plain yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
6.Transfer the plum mixture into a baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler batter over the fruit. Do not spread the batter completely, leave some gaps for the fruit to peek through.
7.Sprinkle the sliced almonds on top of the batter.
8.Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and crispy and the fruit mixture is bubbling underneath. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

PROS

This Plum Orange and Almond Cobbler is a perfect dessert for any occasion, with its sweet and tangy flavor, and crispy and crunchy texture.

It is a wonderful way to use fresh plums in season and can be enjoyed warm with other toppings like ice cream or whipped cream.

CONS

This dessert contains a moderate amount of sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The preparation and baking time required to make this cobbler may be a bit longer than other desserts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Plums are a good source of vitamin C, which plays a crucial role in keeping your immune system healthy.
They are also rich in antioxidants that help protect your cells from damage and reduce inflammation.
Almonds are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, and several essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, magnesium, and calcium.

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