Smooth, rich, and slightly spiced, the perfect spread for toast, baking, or gifting.
Capture the deep, jammy flavor of ripe plums and elevate it with a warm hint of star anise. This Plum Butter with Star Anise is slow-simmered to velvety perfection made smoother and easier using your Hungry Artisan Food Mill for a seedless, peel-free finish.
Ingredients:
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3 lbs ripe plums, halved and pitted (no need to peel)
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½ cup water
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1 ¼ cups sugar (adjust to taste)
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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2 whole star anise pods
Instructions:
1. Simmer the Plums:
In a large pot, combine halved plums and water. Simmer over medium heat for 15–20 minutes until the fruit is soft and breaking down.
2. Mill for Smoothness:
Run the mixture through your Hungry Artisan Food Mill using the medium disc. The mill removes skins and pits, leaving behind a silky, fruit-only purée.
✅ No peeling or straining needed, just smooth, seedless plum butter with minimal waste.
3. Add Flavor & Thicken:
Return the purée to the pot. Add sugar, lemon juice, and star anise. Simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, for 45–60 minutes or until thickened to your liking. Remove star anise pods before jarring.
4. Store or Can:
Pour hot plum butter into sterilized jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace.
Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes if preserving long-term.
Serving Ideas:
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Spread over warm biscuits or toasted sourdough
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Fill thumbprint cookies or layer into coffee cakes
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Swirl into yogurt, oatmeal, or ice cream
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Glaze pork or duck with a savory twist
Why Use the Hungry Artisan Food Mill?
✅ Removes skins and pits effortlessly — no need to peel
✅ Creates silky-smooth spreads with less effort
✅ Perfect for fruit butters, purées, sauces, and jams