Vanilla Poached Plums

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

The Perfect Vanilla Poached Plums Recipe for Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

268

Sugar

39g

Fat

Vanilla poached plums are a delicious and easy dessert to make any time of the year. This recipe is perfect for those looking to make a quick and impressive dessert without spending too much time in the kitchen. These plums are prepared in a simple sugar and vanilla mixture that adds a sweet flavor to the natural taste of the plums. They are great served warm off the stove or chilled in the refrigerator, making them a versatile dessert option. Pair them with fresh whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.

Instructions

1.	Start by scraping the inside of the vanilla bean using a knife.
2.	In a medium saucepan, add 2 cups of water with the sugar and scraped vanilla bean. Stir well.
3.	Bring the mixture to a boil on medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
4.	Add the plums to the saucepan and stir well. Increase the heat to medium, then let the plums simmer in the mixture for another 10 minutes.
5.	To finish, remove the vanilla bean from the saucepan and discard it. Add the lemon juice and margarine to the mixture, then stir well. Serve the vanilla poached plums warm or chilled.

PROS

Vanilla poached plums are a tasty and easy dessert to make.
The recipe is simple and requires few ingredients.

The plums are poached in a flavorful vanilla and sugar mixture which enhances their natural sweetness.

CONS

This dessert can be very sweet, depending on how ripe the plums are and how much sugar is added during the poaching process.

Plums can also be difficult to find, especially when they are out of season or not ripe yet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While plums are known to be high in vitamin C and vitamin K, there aren’t many health benefits to this specific dessert recipe.
However, opting for this dessert over a high-calorie, high-sugar alternative can be a healthier choice.

	1 large vanilla bean
	1/4 cup sugar
	2 cups unpeeled pitted plums , halved ( about 1 lb )
	1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
	2 teaspoons margarine