Moldovan Baked Plums with Walnuts and Honey
A simple yet elegant dessert featuring ripe plums baked until tender, filled with a mixture of chopped walnuts, honey, and cinnamon. This dish highlights the natural sweetness of the fruit with warm, aromatic spices.
🧂 Ingredients
- 8 medium Ripe plums, halved and pitted
- 100 g Walnuts, chopped
- 4 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp Butter, melted
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream or yogurt for serving
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
💡 Tip: Ensuring the oven is at the correct temperature will help the plums bake evenly. - 2
Arrange the halved plums, cut-side up, in a baking dish.
💡 Tip: A shallow baking dish works best for this recipe. - 3
In a small bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, honey, ground cinnamon, and melted butter.
💡 Tip: Mix the filling ingredients thoroughly until well combined. - 4
Spoon the walnut mixture into the hollow of each plum half, pressing gently.
💡 Tip: Don't overfill the plums; a generous spoonful is sufficient. - 5
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the plums are tender and slightly softened, and the walnut mixture is lightly golden.
💡 Tip: The plums should be soft but still hold their shape. - 6
Let the baked plums cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of yogurt.
💡 Tip: This dessert is best served warm to enjoy the melted honey and soft fruit.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use ripe but firm plums for the best texture.
- ✓If honey is too thick, warm it slightly before mixing with other ingredients.
- ✓Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the walnut mixture for extra spice.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a few dried cranberries or raisins to the walnut filling.
- Drizzle with a little balsamic glaze before serving for a sweet and tangy contrast.
- Substitute almonds or pecans for walnuts.