Plum or aloo bukhara is a red-hued fruit with delicate skin and juicy pulp. It boasts tangy and sweet notes making it a perfect star ingredient to make desserts. But plum cake alone has got all the spotlight that other aloo bukhara-based desserts often get sidelined. This monsoon, you can explore more options to hone your baking skills.
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From making tarts to crumbles, aloo bukhara can be used to prepare a variety of sophisticated and delicious desserts. Below are some recommendations that you can add to the menu for your kitty party, high-tea gathering, children’s party, and gathering of friends and loved ones.
Plum Sorbet
Sorbet is among the best and easiest recipes to explore what a fruit has to offer. It is a lightweight delight made by creating a puree of fresh plums along with sugar and lemon juice. The combination should be thick so that you can churn it in an ice cream maker to create a smooth and shiny treat. Refrigerate it for a while and serve it chilled to your guests.
Plum Clafoutis
Clafouti is a French delicacy that looks like a pie. However, instead of the crust, it uses the pourable batter to create the base and toppings can be of the fruit of your choice. To create plum clafoutis, prepare a custard-like batter using sugar, milk, eggs, and flour. Pour it into the cake dish and top it with plums. Bake it and enjoy.
Plum Parfait
Parfait is a decadent and hassle-free dessert that you can make in a short span of time. It requires a small number of ingredients and assembling is a piece of cake (not literally). Layer creamy yoghurt, plum slices, granola, and honey. You can also garnish it with fresh plum slices and chocolate shavings to make the dessert appear irresistible.
Plum Tart
Tart is a flaky pastry but more sophisticated. Its crunchy crust with subtle flavours and juicy filling makes it an ideal dessert for a children’s or high-tea party. Prepare the crust by adding a puree of plums to the dough, and top it with fresh plum slices. You can also glaze them with apricot preserves for a glossy finish and enhancing notes.
Plum Galette
Galette is also a French dish which refers to a crusty cake. To make a plum galette, thinly slice plums and arrange them on a thin pastry crust. Gently fold the edges of the rolled dough to cover the fruit slices entirely. Bake this delicious assembled dessert until the crust turns crispy and golden brown. Serve it to your guests as is and watch their eyes twinkle with surprise as you unravel the filling.
Plum Muffins
Another delight that you can prepare using plums is a muffin. The moist and fluffy treats are enjoyed by children as well as adults. While preparing the batter for muffins, you can add plums puree. You can also add chunks of aloo bukhara to the batter after filling the moulds. They will make for a surprise in every bite.
Plum Crumble
Crumble is a delicate dessert that serves as a flavour bomb. Boasting multiple layers of sweet treats, it is perfect to showcase your baking skills. To make this, you have to prepare a crumbly topping made of sugar, flour, and oats. Bake it and serve with a scoop of your favourite ice cream.