By Savini Gauri
These Plum blondies are indulgence and freshness put together into one neat package. I recently posted the recipe of my 3 Ingredient Plum Jam and was looking for ways to utilise it in one of my desserts because nobody can deny the pop of colour it adds to the desserts. This Plum Blondie recipe is the perfect way of keeping the sanctity of the plum jam while countering the richness of the blondie itself. The sweetness of the blondie is balanced beautifully by the slight tartness of the plums, and the texture is somewhere between dense fudginess and pillowy softness. The perfect dessert, with a quick and easy recipe!
From mixing bowl to oven in about 15 minutes, this is an easy dessert that packs a big punch of flavour. This is a dessert that fits in everywhere, from parties and events to simply because you had a craving. It's perfect for it all. These blondies have the ability to look and feel all rich and decadent or simply act like comfort food. Also, until I made this recipe I had no idea that blondies could look as fancy as they do in this picture.
To be honest I don't think this is a very complicated recipe. But I will still share the detailed recipe with you. Simply because the making of it looks gorgeous. Especially the pop of colour that the plum jam adds. Honestly, this plum jam blondie can be made with any store-bought jam but there is no substitute for the freshness homemade plum jam adds. And it just takes three ingredients to make this jam. So why compromise on the freshness?
I have linked my 3 ingredient Plum Jam recipe for you to make.
So, what ingredients do we need?
As always we'll be using simple and easily available ingredients with names that are not complicated:
unsalted butter
flour
sugar
milk
lemon juice
cinnamon powder
baking powder
salt
and of course, Plum Jam
Tell me about these Plum Jam Blondies
Time: These blondies are not super thick so they don't take too long in the oven. But if you want that beautifully light brown caramelly crust then you'll have to be slightly more patient for it to form properly. We're looking at a 30-35 minute bake time. Though you'll have to wait for them to cool down properly to give you that fudgy texture. If you have them warm they will be more cakey. So depending on what you like, you can choose the temperature you want to eat in at.
Flavour: These blondies have very simple and straightforward flavours. You will first taste the rich butteriness of the blondie itself, followed by a sweet and tangy punch of plum jam. It's just that simple with clean flavours.
Texture: The texture is somewhere between dense fudginess and pillowy softness. If you have it warm it will have a slight cakiness to it. But if you eat it when completely cool, it will taste chewy and fudgy.
Ease: It's a very basic recipe and super easy to make. You can seriously prep it while making your morning coffee or even when you're having a very lazy day. It hardly requires any effort. You'll be in and out of the kitchen in like 15 minutes. Then it goes in the oven filling your whole home with this yummy smell of baking. See? Isn't that an added benefit of baking?
Let's get started!
In a bowl mix together the butter and sugar. Then add to it milk and lemon juice. Mix until you get a smooth mixture. Then add all the dry ingredients at once (flour, salt, baking powder and cinnamon powder). Mix until the batter is nice and smooth with no lumps in it. Do not over mix the batter.
Then take a lined baking tin and pour half the batter into it. Take 9-10 spoon-fulls of plum jam and randomly pour dollops of it on the batter.
Now, pour the remaining batter on top. Take another 9-10 spoon-fulls of plum jam and randomly put them on top of the batter. Then, using the back of a spoon or fork gently create swirls and lines on top of the batter slightly mixing the jam and batter creating a pattern.
Bake the Plum Jam Blondie at 180°C for about 30-35 minutes or until there is a light golden brown crust on top.
Take the blondie out of the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. Then transfer onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Then simply serve it on its own or with a dollop of greek yoghurt or even a scoop (or three) of vanilla bean ice cream.
Happy Baking!
When you make this awesome recipe, do tag me on Instagram using #savinithebakeshop
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Homemade PLUM BLONDIES
These Plum blondies are indulgence and freshness put together into one neat package. I recently posted the recipe of my 3 Ingredient Plum Jam and was looking for ways to utilise it in one of my desserts because nobody can deny the pop of colour it adds to the desserts. This Plum Blondie recipe is the perfect way of keeping the sanctity of the plum jam while countering the richness of the blondie itself. The sweetness of the blondie is balanced beautifully by the slight tartness of the plums, and the texture is somewhere between dense fudginess and pillowy softness. The perfect dessert, with a quick and easy recipe!
Course Dessert
Prep Time 15 minutes Bake/Cook Time 30-35 minutes Total Time 45-50 minutes
Servings 12 slices
Ingredients
1 cup + 1/4 cup (150 grams) maida or pastry flour
1 cup (150 grams) caster or powdered sugar
2 pinches salt
1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
3/4 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp (130 grams) unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup (80 ml) milk (room temperature)
oodles of Plum jam (or any other jam or preserve of your choice)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180ºC and line an 8X6 inch rectangular baking tin with baking paper.
In a bowl, whisk together the sugar and butter. Mix until sugar is completely dissolved.
Then add to it milk and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth.
Then add all the dry ingredients at once (maida, baking powder, salt and cinnamon powder). Mix into a smooth batter with no lumps. DO NOT OVER MIX.
Pour half the batter into the lined baking tin.
Then take 9-10 spoonfulls of plum jam and randomly pour dollops of it on the batter. (See picture for reference).
Then pour the remaining batter on top. And gently smoothen it out using a rubber spatula or offset spatula.
Take another 9-10 spoonfulls of plum jam and randomly put them on top of the batter.
Then, using the back of a spoon or fork gently create swirls and lines on top of the batter slightly mixing the jam and batter creating a pattern. (See picture for reference).
Place the baking tin in the middle rack of the oven.
Bake at 180ºC for about 30-35 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in the baking tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
Storage instructions: These blondies keep well in an air-tight container in a cool dry place for about 3-4 days. (if hidden properly from the rest of the house)
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