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Plum Ice Cream Sundae

A Plum Ice Cream Sundae is the perfect sweet treat. This quick and easy recipe uses fresh plums, and is one of my favorite ways to make a sweet ice-cream sundae. Keep reading below to find out how I make my Homemade Plum Sundae.

What makes Homemade Plum Ice Cream Topping thick?

When berries, apples, and other fruit cook they release pectin, which is a natural thickener. The longer your plums cook, the thicker the sauce will get. If your sauce starts to get too thick, you can thin it out with a splash or two of water.

Homemade Plum Ice Cream Sundae Ingredients

I am telling you, this is one of my favorite homemade sundaes, and it tastes so amazing. All you need to make the topping is fresh plums, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Then add that over top of your favorite vanilla ice-cream.

I love to add a slash of citrus to balance out the sweet plums. My favorite to use is lemon juice, but orange also pairs so well with plums. Vanilla flavoring is another great addition to plum topping.

Other ways to Eat Homemade Plum Topping?

Plums make for the perfect topping or addition to so many dishes. I personally love to add plum sauce over the top of my favorite vanilla ice-cream. Some other great ways to eat Homemade Plum Topping is:

  • Over the top of pancakes or waffles for breakfast or brunch.
  • Added to your favorite cake to make the perfect sweet treat.
  • Stirred into yogurt or a smoothie for a yummy snack.

I am sure this Plum Ice Cream Sundae Recipe will soon be one of your family’s favorites. As always, if you try this recipe snap a picture and tag me on Instagram. And follow along with The Four Acre Farm on Pinterest for more Easy Homemade Recipes, Gardening Tips, and Budget Friendly DIY.

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Plum Ice Cream Sundae

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time19 minutes
Course: Dessert
Keyword: Ice Cream Sundae, plum, Plum Ice Cream
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 gallon Vanilla Ice Cream
  • 1 pound Plums
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice

Instructions

  • Wash and pit plums, then dice to your desired size.
  • In a large skillet add water and plums, cook on medium heat until plums start to reduce. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use the back of a fork to mash plums if you want them a little more broken down.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low, and add sugar, and lemon juice. Stir continuously until all ingredients are well incorporated. Reduce until the sauce is your desired thickness. Cook around 10 minutes. Add a tablespoon or two of water to thin topping, if needed. Let topping cool.
  • Serve plum topping over a scoop or two vanilla ice-cream.