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Sugared Plums (Frosted Fruit)

Elegant and sparkling whole dark purple plums covered in a sparkling layer of coarse granulated sugar, perfect for decorative holiday garnishes. This traditional method requires only a few ingredients and provides restaurant-quality results.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Decoration, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Holiday, Traditional
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Frosted Plums
  • 12 whole dark purple plums Italian/prune plums are ideal
  • 1 large egg white pasteurized if to be eaten
  • 1 tbsp water or high-proof alcohol like vodka
  • 1/2 cup coarse granulated sugar sparkling sugar or sanding sugar
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon optional
  • 1 pinch salt optional
Optional Presentation
  • cinnamon sticks for decoration
  • star anise whole, for decoration

Equipment

  • Shallow bowls or pie dishes
  • Small pastry brush
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Toothpicks (optional)
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Choose and Prepare Your Fruit: Wash and dry plums completely with paper towels. They must be completely dry.
  2. Create Egg White Glue: Lightly whisk the egg white with 1 tablespoon of water (or vodka) in a small bowl until just frothy and uniform. Do not whisk to peaks.
  3. Prepare Sugar Mix: In a shallow, wide bowl or pie dish, combine the coarse granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Glue and Coat: Working with one plum at a time, paint a thin, even coat of the egg white glue over the entire surface with a pastry brush.
  5. Roll in Sugar: Immediately place the glued plum into the sugar mixture. Gently roll the plum to coat thoroughly, ensuring a complete, crusted sparkling layer.
  6. Let Dry and Set: Place the coated plums on a wire rack and let dry undisturbed for at least 1 hour, or until the surface is completely hard and no longer sticky.

Notes

Ensure fruit is fully dry. Use coarse sugar for maximum sparkle. Work quickly. Do not apply a thick coat of glue. Use pasteurized egg whites if to be eaten.