This Apple and Plum Crumble is gorgeous, it’s simple and bursting with delicious fall fruit.  The crumble topping brings it all together to create one magnificent dessert!  Top it with vanilla ice cream for a real treat!

These Mixed Berry Crumble Bars are also a delicious crumbly dessert!

I mentioned on my last post, Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars that my husband loves pie.  This also goes for any type of pie, pastry, crumble, but Apple Crisp is his favorite.  Or a good old fashioned apple pie.

I’m not a huge crumble fan.  I know, shun me, but I’m more OK with it when it’s topped with ice cream.

Ask my husband and that’s a big no-no.  Ice cream, crumbles and crisps should never be topped with ice cream, he says.

However, to me, if you have a warm dessert, it’s ALWAYS better topped with a little vanilla bean ice cream.

So what side are you on…. Team Ice cream or Team never?  Either way this Apple and Plum Crumble is absolutely fabulous!

While I was in the store the other day, they had these plums that were calling my name, which are still in season until early October, so I figured I better stock up before they’re gone.  3lbs and this Apple Plum Crumble later and those plums are gone.

Besides the fact plums are a gorgeous color when baked, they pair with apples beautifully.

What is a fruit crumble without 1. delicious fruit and 2. and most importantly if you ask me the crumble itself.

This crumble is made with flour, brown sugar, Flahavan’s Irish Oatmeal, cardamom and butter just like the crust of the Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars.

What is the difference between a crumble and a crisp?

“Like a crumble, a crisp is a baked fresh fruit dessert, but the streusel topping is less dense and typically includes oats.” 

Therefore, this Apple and Plum dessert is a crumble because of the oats.

Now a cobbler is a whole other thing because it’s made with biscuits.

This Apple Plum dessert can be a crumble, crisp or cobbler.  

I cut the apples and plums slightly on the large side because I like a hearty crumble and for the fruit to not completely break down into mush.

I added a punch of flavor to the apples and plums with Rodelle Kitchen Vanilla, another wonderful sponsor of ours for #AppleWeek.  

Rodelle sent us a bottle of their Gourmet Pure Vanilla Extract and if you’re anything like me, you can’t keep a bottle of vanilla in your house especially when the weather breaks and we welcome holiday baking!

Another side note, please do not purchase imitation vanilla.  Spend a couple extra dollars for the QUALITY GOOD stuff.  It will make all the difference.  {steps down from her Ina Garten soapbox}

What ingredients do I need to make this apple plum crisp?

Topping:
all purpose flour
brown sugar
ground cardamom
salt
Oats
unsalted butter

Filling:
Apples
Plums
granulated sugar
cornstarch
fresh lemon juice
Vanilla Extract

Step by step instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Topping:

1. Into a medium bowl combine flour, sugar, cardamom, salt and oatmeal.  Stir in melted butter and mix until large crumbles form.

Filling:

1. Into a large bowl, toss together apples, plums, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice and vanilla extract.
2. Pour into a 3 quart baking dish and top with crumble.
3. Bake in oven for 55-60 minutes or until top is golden brown and fruit mixture is bubbly.

COMMON QUESTIONS

• What kind of apples can I use?
  • You can use whatever type of apple you like.  However, if you are going to use something like a granny smith apple, remember they are tart, which could result in a tart crisp.  You can also use a combination of a sweet + tart apple for a great balance of flavor.
• Can I sub in another fruit for the plums?
  • Heck yes!  You can use berries, cherries, pears, peaches or cranberries in place of the plums.

Plums go great with apples, but they also pair really well with other stone fruits such as peaches, nectarines and apricots.  Berries are also good with plums including cherries, raspberries and strawberries.

This Apple and Plum crumble is bursting with juicy fruit and a buttery streusel oat topping!

Crumbles are so easy and delicious to make that you’d be crazy not to try this Apple and Plum crumble.

Not a fan of plums?  You can substitute nectarines, pears or use all apples.

Either way, top it with vanilla ice cream because the wife is always right, LOL!

Make sure to check out the other great recipes I posted this week using Apples

Apple Cinnamon Scones

One Pan Pork Chops with Apples and Cinnamon

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars.

Apple, Bacon and Caramelized Onion Pizza

Stuffed Apples with Cheddar and Sausage

Each day this week myself and all my bloggers friends will be showcasing Apple recipes. Be sure to check them out each day!

Additional Apple Recipes:

• Apple & Chipotle Candied Bacon Deviled Eggs by Faith, Hope, Love & Luck
• Apple and Plum Crumble by Strawberry Blondie Kitchen
• Apple Pecan Salad with Maple Cider Vinaigrette by Everyday Eileen
• Apple Sausage Skewers by The Cookaholic Wife
• Apple Pie Granola by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
• Apple Pie Jam by Tip Garden
• Apple Jamon Fontina Grilled Cheese by A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
• Easiest Apple Strudel Recipe by The Anthony Kitchen
• Baked Apple Pancake by A Day in the Life on the Farm
• Banana Apple Curry Soup by The Saucy Fig
• Bavarian Sauerkraut by Palatable Pastime
• Bourbon Apple Fizz Cocktail by Girl Abroad
• Bulgogi-Inspired Oven Beef Jerky by Culinary Adventures With Camilla
• Butterscotch Apple Oat Cookies by Family Around the Table
• Caramel Apple Salad by Daily Dish Recipes
• Caramelized Apple Wheatberry Porridge with Pepitas and Cranberries by The Baking Fairy
• Chai Spiced Apple Waffles by Jonesin’ For Taste
• Cider Glazed Roast Chicken by Kate’s Recipe Box
• Creamy Apple Cider Chicken Skillet by House of Nash Eats
• Chicken Sausage Stuffed Baked Apples by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
• Cinnamon Sponge Charlotte Cake With Caramel Apples by Cooking With Carlee
• Creamy Beet & Apple Salad by Savory Moments
• Copy Cat Dairy Queen Apple Pie Blizzard  by An Affair from the Heart
• French Apple Cake by Karen’s Kitchen Stories
• Glazed Chocolate Chip Apple Cake by Who Needs A Cape?
• Grandma’s Apple Butter by The Freshman Cook
• Granny Smith Pizza by Jolene’s Recipe Journal
• Instant Pot Apple Butter  by Soulfully Made
• Pan Apple Mini Cakes by Seduction in the Kitchen
• Pork Tacos with Sweet Apple Slaw  by The Redhead Baker
• Quick Applesauce for One by Shockingly Delicious
• Turkey Breast Roulade with Apple, Cornbread & Sausage Stuffing by Books n’ Cooks

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