Sweet Plum Compote in 20 Minutes
Fresh plums, cinnamon, and vanilla create this Sweet Plum Compote. Learn about choosing your plums in this guide, which is ready in 20 minutes.
Martha Collins
280+ recipes by Martha Collins – Old Fashioned Comfort Food & Southern Baking Passed Down Through Generations. Bringing you the magic of Grandma's kitchen, one delicious bite at a time.
About Me:
Meet Martha Collins
Some of my earliest memories are standing on a wooden step stool in my grandmother's kitchen in rural Tennessee, watching her transform simple ingredients into pure magic. She never used measuring cups—just her hands, her instincts, and generations of knowledge passed down from her own mother and grandmother before her.
When Grandma Eileen passed away in 2015, I inherited her recipe box—a worn tin filled with handwritten index cards, newspaper clippings, and notes scribbled on napkins. Some cards were so stained with butter and flour that I could barely read them. That box became my most treasured possession, and My Grandma Recipes was born from my desire to preserve these recipes and share them with families everywhere.
My Cooking Philosophy
- From Scratch, Always: Grandma never opened a can of cream-of-anything soup, and neither do I. Real ingredients create real flavor—there's no shortcut for that.
- Tested Until Perfect: I make every recipe at least three times before sharing it. If my kids won't eat it or my husband doesn't ask for seconds, it doesn't make the cut.
- Clear Instructions: I write recipes like I'm teaching my own daughter—patient, detailed, and assuming you might be learning as you go.
Background & Experience
I'm a mom of three (ages 8, 12, and 15), married to my high school sweetheart, and living in the same small town where I grew up. I spent fifteen years as an elementary school teacher before leaving to focus on recipe development and food writing full-time. My work has been featured in Southern Living, Taste of Home, and several local newspapers.
When I'm not in the kitchen, you'll find me tending my vegetable garden, hunting for vintage cookware at estate sales, or teaching my kids the same recipes Grandma taught me. There's no greater joy than watching my daughter pull a perfect pie out of the oven and knowing this tradition will continue.
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Plum Crumble in 45 Minutes: Golden
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Fresh Plum Galette for 8 Servings
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Easy Plum Cake with Oil: Moist Baked
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Quick Baked Plums with Brown Sugar
Quick Baked Plums are a warm, syrupy treat. This simple baked plums recipe pairs well with cinnamon. Use our budget swap table for easy plum dessert recipes.
Summer Plum Tart with Puff Pastry
This Summer Plum Tart is a jammy delight. Try this Plum Tart with Puff Pastry as a Summer Plum Dessert. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 45 min.
Classic Plum Dessert for 8 Servings
This Classic Plum Dessert combines tart fruit and a creamy base. Enjoy this homemade plum dessert with our budget swap table. Ready in 1 hour 10 minutes.
Plum Crisp with Oats for 8 Servings
This Plum Crisp features tart fruit and a nutty topping. Try this simple plum crisp with oats. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 80 minutes.
Plum Cobbler with Oats for 6 Servings
This Plum Cobbler blends tart fruit with a buttery crust. An old fashioned plum cobbler for easy plum dessert recipes. Budget swap table inside. Prep in 15 min.
Plum Ice Cream with Fresh Plums
This Plum Ice Cream balances tart fruit and rich cream. Try our old fashioned plum ice cream recipe with a budget swap table for the best homemade plum ice…
Cinnamon Roasted Plum Ice Cream: Creamy
Cinnamon Roasted Plum Ice Cream blends tart fruit and spice. This Homemade Roasted Plum Ice Cream includes a budget swap table. Ready in 7 hours total.
Cinnamon Plum Cake with Greek Yogurt
This Cinnamon Plum Cake features tangy plums and a crisp crumble. Try our Plum Cinnamon Streusel Cake with a budget swap table. Ready in 65 minutes.
Vanilla Plum Tart with Puff Pastry
This Vanilla Plum Tart features a rich Plum Tart with Crème Patissiere. Check out our budget swap table to save on ingredients. Ready in 55 minutes.
Plum Crumble with Oats
This Plum Crumble features a buttery oat crust. Use our classic plum crumble recipe and handy temperature chart for the best results. Ready in 50 minutes.
Yogurt Plum Cake with Greek Yogurt
This Yogurt Plum Cake is a moist, Old Fashioned treat. Enjoy this homemade Yogurt Plum Cake recipe and use our budget swap table. Ready in 60 minutes.
Brown Sugar Baked Plums for 6 Servings
Brown Sugar Baked Plums make a rich, simple dessert. These old fashioned brown sugar baked plums with cinnamon include a temperature chart. Ready in 35 min.
Spiced Plum Loaf with Sour Cream
This Spiced Plum Loaf is a moist plum loaf cake with a tender crumb. Use our budget swap table to adjust ingredients. Ready in 65 minutes for a cozy treat.
Vanilla Plum Sheet Cake for 10 Servings
This Vanilla Plum Sheet Cake combines tart fruit and a buttery sponge. Try this German Plum Sheet Cake Recipe with our budget swap table. Ready in 80 min.
Plum Cobbler for 8 Servings
This Plum Cobbler brings a cozy taste of home. Try this Old Fashioned Brown Sugar Plum Cobbler with our budget swap table. Ready in 75 minutes.
Peach Crisp with Oats in 50 Minutes
This Peach Crisp uses a simple brown sugar topping. Use frozen peach crisp or canned peach crisp with oats. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 50 minutes.
Quick Peach Crisp Recipe for 8 Servings
This Quick Peach Crisp Recipe uses a chunky oat topping. Enjoy an easy peach crisp with oats and homemade flavor. Includes a temperature chart.
Sliced Peach Dessert Crisp (8 Servings)
Sliced Peach Dessert Crisp with a buttery oat topping. This Old Fashioned Peach Crisp is simple. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 65 minutes.
Peach Oat Crisp in 45 Minutes
This Peach Oat Crisp features warm fruit and a toasted topping. Try this old fashioned peach crisp today. Our budget swap table helps you save on fruit.
Peach Crisp for 8 Servings: Golden
This Peach Crisp features juicy fruit and a crunchy oat top. This fresh peach crisp recipe includes a temperature chart for a great bake. Ready in 55 min.
No Bake Peach Dessert for 8 Servings
This No Bake Peach Dessert is a creamy Peaches and Cream Dessert. Use our budget swap table to customize it. Ready in 15 minutes active prep time.
Peach Ice Cream for 8 Servings
Peach Ice Cream made with a concentrated fruit base. This homemade peach ice cream recipe uses a budget swap table.
Peach Lemonade with Fresh Peaches
Cool down with this Peach Lemonade. This fresh peach lemonade recipe uses a simple syrup for a smooth taste. Includes a budget swap table for ingredients.
Quick Easy Peach Dessert for 8 Servings
This Quick Easy Peach Dessert features a golden oat crust. Find more Easy Peach Dessert Recipes here. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 55 minutes.
Peaches Cream Ice Cream: Make-Ahead
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No Bake Peach Cheesecake for 12 Servings
This No Bake Peach Cheesecake is a creamy delight. Use our No Bake Peach Cheesecake Recipe with a budget swap table to save on ingredients. Ready in 6h 45m.