Delve into the rustic charm of this Plum Crumble Tart, featuring a base of tender pastry filled with juicy, tart plums and topped with a deliciously crispy crumble. This dessert captures the essence of home-style baking, blending the natural sweetness of plums with a rich, buttery topping that's lightly spiced with cinnamon. Each component comes together to create a dessert that's as comforting as it is delightful, perfect for showcasing seasonal fruit.
Why You'll Love This: This tart is a wonderful showcase for mürdüm plums, a variety of plum known for its deep flavor and beautiful color. The balance of sweet and tart within the fruit is enhanced by the simple addition of sugar and complements the buttery, sweet crust and crumble topping. The texture contrast between the soft plums, the firm crust, and the crunchy crumble adds an irresistible complexity to each bite. It’s a simple yet sophisticated dessert that’s sure to captivate all who try it.
Perfect Occasion: This Plum Crumble Tart is perfect for late summer and early autumn gatherings when plums are at their peak. It's a fantastic choice for a casual family dinner, a potluck with friends, or even as a Sunday brunch feature. Its homey feel also makes it a comforting treat to enjoy on a quiet afternoon with a cup of tea or coffee.
Decoration Tips: Serve this tart with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream to add an extra touch of indulgence. For a more elegant presentation, accompany each slice with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce. Fresh mint leaves can also be added for a pop of color and a refreshing contrast to the sweet and tart flavors.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/3 cups (200g) flour
- 1/3 cup (80g) sugar (slightly less than a tea cup)
- 1 medium egg
- 7 tbsp (100g) butter
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
Additionally:
- 1.8-2 lbs (800-900g) mürdüm plums
- 1 tbsp sugar
For the Crumble:
- 1 cup plus 2-3 tbsp (170g) flour
- 6 tbsp (90g) cold butter
- 1/3 cup (80g) sugar (slightly less than a tea cup)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Line a 26 cm springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides with butter. Combine all base ingredients in a bowl and knead into a smooth dough. Press the dough evenly into the pan, creating raised edges. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 356°F (180°C). Halve the plums and remove the pits.
- For the crumble, mix flour, sugar, butter, and cinnamon in a bowl until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Remove the dough from the fridge. Arrange the plum halves cut-side up, close together on the dough. Sprinkle with sugar, then evenly distribute the crumble mixture over the plums.
- Bake for about 50-55 minutes until the crumble is golden and the fruit is bubbly.
- Allow to cool before serving. This tart is best enjoyed when it's still slightly warm.
Enjoy this Plum Crumble Tart, a perfect marriage of flavors and textures that brings the best of seasonal fruit into a delightful dessert experience!