Pugliese-style Stuffed Plums

Pugliese-style Stuffed Plums is a traditional dessert from the Puglia region of Italy. This sweet and flavorful dish is perfect for showcasing the delicious plums of the season.

Vegan Gluten Free Dessert Pugliese Plums Puglia Italian Dessert
Pugliese-style Stuffed Plums

Ingredients

  • 8 ripe plums
  • 100g almond meal
  • 50g sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pit the plums and cut a small portion off the bottom to create a flat surface for them to stand on.
  2. In a bowl, mix the almond meal, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  3. Stuff each plum with the almond mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the stuffed plums and drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the plums are tender and the top is golden brown.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Fiber
3g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Knife Bowl Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Plums warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips & tricks

For an extra flavor boost, sprinkle some chopped almonds on top before serving.

Cost

$8