Perfect Plum Pie Recipe
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Yield: 1 pie
Description:
This delightful recipe for Perfect Plum Pie hails from a Taste of Home cookbook and is hailed as an all-time favorite. It promises to tantalize your taste buds with the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. For the best experience, enjoy a slice while it’s still warm from the oven!

Recipe Category:
Pie
Keywords:
Dessert, Plums, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Summer, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2642.5
- Total Fat: 96.8g
- Saturated Fat: 22.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 1919.6mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 431.7g
- Fiber: 19.2g
- Sugar: 266.2g
- Protein: 25.9g
Ingredients:
- 4 plums, sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar (for topping)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (for topping)
- 3 tbsp margarine, cold and diced
Instructions:
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Prepare the Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine sliced plums, 1/2 cup sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Toss gently until the plums are coated evenly with the mixture. -
Assemble the Pie:
Pour the plum filling into a prepared pastry shell, spreading it out evenly. -
Prepare the Topping:
In another bowl, mix together 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the diced margarine and cut it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. -
Top the Pie:
Sprinkle the prepared topping evenly over the plum filling in the pie shell. -
Bake:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. -
Final Touches:
If the edges of the crust begin to brown too quickly, cover them loosely with foil to prevent burning. -
Serve:
Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving. For the best experience, enjoy a slice while it’s still warm!
This Perfect Plum Pie is a wonderful dessert option, especially during summer when plums are in season. Its sweet and tangy flavor, coupled with the crunchy topping, makes it a hit at potlucks and family gatherings. Enjoy the burst of plum goodness in every bite!