What Can I Cook With Plum?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with plum
Got plum in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Plum
1Plum Jam
2Plum Cake
3Plum Crumble
4Plum Compote
5Plum Tart
6Plum Chutney
7Stewed Plums
8Plum Smoothie
9Plum Sauce
10Plum Sorbet
11Plum Clafoutis
12Plum Galette
13Plum Pie
14Plum Pudding
15Umeboshi (Pickled Plum)
16Plum and Almond Cake
17Plum Ice Cream
18Plum Popsicles
19Dried Plum Energy Balls
20Plum BBQ Sauce
Common Mistakes When Cooking Plum
- ✕Don't use unripe plums for desserts - they're too tart and won't soften properly
- ✕Leave the skin on when baking - it adds color and nutrients
- ✕Don't substitute plums for prunes in recipes - dried plums are sweeter and softer
- ✕Cut along the natural seam for easy pit removal
- ✕Ripe plums yield slightly when pressed at the stem end
How to Store Plum
Ripe plums last 3-5 days in the fridge. Ripen at room temp first.
Learn more about plum storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I make with plums?
Plum jam, plum cake, plum crumble, plum tart, plum chutney, or plum compote.
Are plums healthy?
Yes, plums are rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber. Dried plums (prunes) are excellent for digestion.
What is the fastest dish to make with plums?
Stewed plums take 10 minutes - halve, simmer with sugar and cinnamon until soft.
Can plums be frozen?
Yes, pit, halve, and freeze in a single layer. Frozen plums last 6-12 months for baking.
What flavors go well with plums?
Cinnamon, almond, ginger, vanilla, cardamom, star anise, honey, and cream complement plums beautifully.