Italians know that plums and almonds produce together a flavor that is, well, plumb delicious.
Plums Amaretti
Italians know that plums and almonds produce together a flavor that is, well, plumb delicious.
Ready In: 2 hours 15 minutes
Level: Medium
Prep: 2 hours
Cook: 15 minutes
Yields: 4 Servings
- 3/4 c sugar
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 4 ripe plums (halved, pitted, each cut into wedges)
- 1 c Stonyfield Organic Low Fat Smooth & Creamy Vanilla Yogurt
- 3 amaretti cookies (crushed, almond meringues*)
Ingredients
directions
Step 1
Simmer 1/2 cup water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring often until sugar dissolves. Cool slightly, then add almond extract.
Step 2
Place plums in a medium bowl and pour syrup over fruit. Chill at least 2 hours or up to 1 day. Remove plums and set aside.
Step 3
Gently fold yogurt into syrup. Spoon into serving dishes alternating plums and yogurt mixture.
Step 4
Garnish each serving with cookie crumbs.
Step 5
*Note: Amaretti cookies are an almond flavored meringue. If you're unable to find them in your local grocery store, you can substitute with meringues or graham crackers.
