Low Fat Stewed Plums
Indulge in the naturally sweet and comforting flavors of Low Fat Stewed Plums, a simple yet satisfying recipe perfect for healthy desserts or versatile toppings. With just six ripe plums, a mix of warming spices like cinnamon and ginger, a touch of vanilla, and a splash of lemon juice, this stewed fruit comes together in under 30 minutes. Sweetened lightly with honey or maple syrup if desired, the recipe strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet. Simmered gently to create tender, juicy plum pieces in a luscious, lightly spiced sauce, these stewed plums are a guilt-free addition to yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, or simply enjoyed on their own. Packed with flavor, easy to prepare, and ideal for meal prep, this low-fat dessert or topping is as wholesome as it is delightful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole ripe plums
- 0.5 cups water
- 1 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the plums thoroughly under running water.
Slice each plum in half, remove the pit, and cut the halves into quarters for smaller pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, honey or maple syrup (if using), ground cinnamon, ground ginger, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
Add the plum pieces to the saucepan and stir gently to coat the fruit with the liquid and spices.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Once simmering, lower the heat to medium-low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
Allow the plums to stew for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is soft and beginning to break down, and the liquid has slightly thickened.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness, if needed, by adding a small amount of additional honey or maple syrup.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the stewed plums cool for a few minutes.
Serve warm as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes, or let it cool completely and store in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 652 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
