California Dried Plums

Almond Crumble Coffee Cake with Dried Plums

The scent of cardamom and luscious dried plums make this coffee cake a bit out of the ordinary. Vary the crunchy topping with walnuts or pecans, instead of almonds.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 9

Any Time Of Day Parfait

Have fun creating variations on this quick-and-easy snack or breakfast item with your favorite yogurt flavors and canned fruits. Stick to nonfat yogurt and fruit canned in its own juice for lower fat and calories.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 2

Anytime Plum Treat

Stuff luscious California dried plums with walnut halves, then roll in granulated sugar to make Anytime Plum Treats. They're great for lunchboxes, holidays or healthy snacking -- anytime! Recipe courtesy of Cathi L.

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0
Serves: 30 pieces

Apple-Spice Dried Plum Griddle Cakes

Whole wheat flour and bran up the nutritional benefits of these griddle cakes; applesauce and dried plum topping adds a special touch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 6

Apple-Walnut Greens with Chicken Dried Plums & Spiced Pecans

Pureed apple lends creaminess without adding fat to the dressing of this main-dish salad. Buy pre-grilled chicken strips, or use leftover roast chicken instead.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4

Armagnac Ice Cream

This classic, creamy French ice cream, studded with Armagnac-soaked dried plums, is perfect for a special occasion. Serve with Dried Plum Financieres, or with your favorite pound cake recipe.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 12

Arugula, Radicchio, Orange, and Dried Plum Salad

Crisp greens and oranges make this salad perfect for the winter months. The sweetness of the citrus and dried plums sets off the bite of the radicchio and arugula.

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Serves: 6

Bacon-Wrapped Dried Plums

These cocktail tidbits have a stuffing of cream cheese, celery and artichoke that's a creamy contrast to the crisp grilled bacon that wraps the dried plums.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 6

Balsamic Roasted Beet and Dried Plum Salad

In this winter salad, the sweetness of balsamic vinegar complements tangy blue cheese and moist dried plums. For convenience, roast the beets the day before, or use canned sliced beets.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
Serves: 4

Bircher Muesli with California Dried Plums

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0
Serves: 4

Black Magic Beef Steaks with Balsamic Dried Plum Sauce

In the summer, you can grill the beef over charcoal, but this dish is just as good if you use an indoor grill. The sauce of dried plums simmered with beef broth and balsamic vinegar is the perfect complement.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4

Blueberry Lemon Scones

Dried plum puree gives these scones richness without added fat, while yogurt keeps them flaky and tender, so you can enjoy them for breakfast or a snack, guilt-free.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 12

Braided Dried Plum Coffee Cake

A classic yeast dough is folded over walnut, dried plum and brown sugar filling, then sprinkled with cinnamon-scented crumb topping, for a rich breakfast or tea-time treat.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Serves: 24

Braised Chicken Agrodolce with Dried Plums

Dried plums, cinnamon and red pepper give this braised chicken dish a Moroccan flavor. Serve with rice pilaf or couscous, and a crisp green salad.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Serves: 6

Brandied Dried Plums with Orange Zest

Dried plums steeped in Armagnac brandy with orange zest, cinnamon and cloves makes a perfect holiday gift. Serve with ice cream, whipped cream or rich chocolate cake.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 24

Butterscotch Plum Oat Bars

Oatmeal, dried plums and walnuts make this the perfect nutritious snack to tuck into your child's lunch box, or to take along for a snack after sports or exercise.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Serves: 24

Cajun Dried Plum Barbecue Sauce

This barbecue sauce lasts up to one month in the refrigerator, so keep some on hand for basting pork, poultry or beef.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 1/2 hours
Serves: 12

California Dried Plum & Granola Napoleon over Soft Ripened Brie

Layers of Brie sandwiched with a filling of dried plums, almonds and granola make a perfect party or buffet dish.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Serves: 16

California Dried Plum Packrat Cookies

These delectable cookies are "packed" with dried plums, nuts and chocolate. They're perfect for lunch boxes, an after school treat, or snacking any time of day.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 54

California Harvest Stuffing

This savory cornbread stuffing with dried plums, sausage, pecans and sage goes great with roast turkey, but it's so good you'll want to serve it all year round with pork, chicken, or just on its own.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 8