Deliciously Simple Roasted Plum Compote You’ll Love

This roasted plum compote captures summer sweetness with caramelized plums, warm spices, and honey for a perfect dessert or breakfast topping.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Desserts

Calories: 130

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Compote

1 lb Italian Plums Essential for the compote; provides natural sweetness and a soft texture when roasted.
½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warm spice notes.
1 tablespoon Pure Honey Sweetens the compote naturally.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste or Extract Enhances flavor depth and aroma.

Equipment

Oven
Baking dish

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Roasted Plum Compote

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) with the rack positioned in the center.
Carefully halve the Italian plums and remove the pits. Arrange them cut-side up in a baking dish.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the plums and drizzle with pure honey evenly.
Bake the plums for 15 minutes, then stir gently and continue baking for an additional 5 to 15 minutes until syrupy.
Let the compote cool at room temperature, then stir in the vanilla bean paste or extract.
Transfer the cooled compote into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose firm, ripe plums for best texture. Adjust sweetness and experiment with spices as desired.

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