This gluten-free plum crisp is bursting with the juicy sweetness of ripe summer plums and topped with a crunchy granola topping. It is easy to make, naturally dairy-free, and perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether you use homemade or store-bought granola, it’s a dessert that comes together in minutes and disappears just as quickly.
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The Fearless Dining household has been in food heaven lately because I’ve been making many gluten-free plum desserts. We have done a lot of experimenting, and this gluten-free crisp is one of my favorite dishes to make. If you love juicy, sweet plums, this is an incredible recipe that highlights their delicious flavors!
Summer plums make this plum crisp recipe a crowd-pleaser. Take this gluten-free fruit crisp with granola topping to your next gathering, and every morsel will get gobbled up so fast there won’t be a crumb left!
We have a few fruit trees, and we also had a great time making this Gluten-Free Peach Cobbler! If you are looking for more delicious plum dessert recipes, try this Vegan Plum Sorbet or this Gluten-Free Plum Upside-Down Cake!
Ingredient Notes:
For the full list of ingredients and amounts, please go to the recipe card below.
- Plums – Use ripe, juicy plums. Any variety works. Sweeter plums may need less sugar.
- Sugar – I tested this recipe with coconut sugar, but brown sugar also tastes great. Coconut sugar makes this dessert refined sugar-free.
- Maple Syrup – Use natural syrup.
- Light Oil – I tested this recipe with coconut oil, but any light oil works. Avoid using olive oil because its flavor is too strong.
- Granola – Use one of the two granola recipes listed below. One option is grain-free, suitable for those who cannot have gluten-free oats.
Note: if you prefer a more traditional “crisp” topping, follow the topping recipe in my Gluten-Free Apricot Crisp recipe. Stone fruits like plums and apricots make the BEST fruit crisps!!
Top It With Gluten-Free Granola!
In creating this homemade plum crisp recipe, I changed things up a little and used a granola topping. I needed to add some extra healthy components to this recipe. You can use my Cinnamon Granola or my Paleo (grain-free) granola recipe to top this refined sugar-free plum crisp.
A Note From My Kitchen
Our plum tree is small but mighty. This year, we won the battle with the squirrels and managed to get quite a few small plums off our tree. This plum crisp was a rushed recipe for me. I had some extra granola leftover from a batch I made the week before. I used the granola as my crisp topping. You can make one of my granola recipes or use store-bought as a timesaver.
The sweet granola adds delicious texture to the ripe, soft plums, making this a great dessert for any occasion. Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
How to Make a Sweet Plum Crisp with Granola Topping:
Step 1: If you don’t have granola, make a quick batch following one of my homemade recipes below. I use cashews and other nuts to give this a little protein boost.
Step 2: Cut open your plums and remove the pits. Add coconut sugar, coconut oil, and maple syrup to a bowl. Depending on your plums’ sweetness, you may need to adjust the sugar and syrup higher or lower.
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Step 3: Add your plums to an 8×8 baking dish.
Step 4: Add the granola mixture to the top of the plums. Spread it around, cover the top with foil, and bake at 325º F for 25-30 minutes.
Stick a fork into a plum to test if the plum is soft. If the plum is soft and juicy, the crisp is ready. Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream! You may also love my Gluten-Free Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions:
You could leave this gluten-free plum crisp out overnight. No ingredients require refrigeration; however, you risk mold when it is hot outside. To keep it safe, I recommend refrigerating your plum crisp.
If you prefer to enjoy your crisp, warm food, you can undoubtedly heat it back up. Heat the oven to 350º F and bake it for 10 to 15 minutes until warm. You can also microwave it for 25 to 35 seconds. Just cover it with a paper towel to prevent a mess.
Yes, you can freeze this plum crisp recipe. Once you remove it from the oven, allow it to cool completely.
Then, double-cover it with tin foil to give it a layer of protection. Please place it in an airtight container and freeze it for up to 3 months. To thaw, put it on the counter or in the fridge until it’s defrosted.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and it should keep fresh for up to 4 days.
Fun flavor swaps:
One fantastic thing about this gluten-free crisp is that you can use it as a base recipe and add different fruits. You can either mix the fruit or switch it out completely. Just don’t put in more fruit than the recipe calls for. Try some of these yummy ideas:
- Peaches
- Apples
- Blueberries
- Pears
- Apricots
More Gluten-Free Cobbler Recipes to Try:
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Gluten-Free Plum Crisp with Granola Topping (Dairy-Free)
Ingredients
- 5 cups fresh plums seeds removed
- 1 1 /4 cups granola homemade or store-bought
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
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Instructions
- Spray an 8×8 pan with coconut oil. Preheat the oven to 325º F.
- In a large bowl, add 5 cups fresh plums and toss with 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted), 1/4 cup coconut sugar, and 3 tablespoons maple syrup.
- Pour the plums into the pan and top with 1 1 /4 cups granola.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the plums are soft.
- Top with whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
- Note, if your plums are super sweet, you may need to decrease the sweetener, and if your plums are more tart, you may need to increase the sweetener.
- You can use different types of fruit, and any type of plum. Just be sure to remove the pits!
- Use store-bought granola, or try my easy gluten-free cinnamon granola recipe.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for 4 days.
SPECIAL NOTE
Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn’t test, my rule of thumb is to add more flour if your dough or batter is wet and add more liquid if the dough or batter is too dry!
Nutrition
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutritional information is an estimate provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the actual nutritional information with the products and brands you are using with your preferred nutritional calculator.
I truly hope you enjoy this recipe. I have been testing and creating gluten-free recipes for over 15 years. Creating gluten-free recipes that do not taste gluten-free is my goal for every recipe. Sometimes I only have to test a new recipe a couple of times, and others it takes multiple times. I do this so you get reliable, delicious results every time!
