Plum Marshmallow
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Plum roll-up is one of the most delicious and sweet desserts! Moreover, this dessert is 100% natural and healthy, homemade without preservatives and artificial colors. Despite the small amount of sugar, the roll-up is very sweet, thanks to ripe plums. The color of the finished product depends on the plum variety. I got a brown roll-up from yellow plums; from "Ugorca" plums it turns out darker and bluish, from "Vengerka" plums—reddish. Give it a try! The ready dessert can be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
So, measure the required amount of plums and sugar. Wash the plums under running water and let the moisture drain off.
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Step 2
Halve the plums and remove the pits.
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Step 3
Place the plums in a non-stick saucepan or a heavy-bottomed pot with thick walls; you can even use a cast-iron pot. Cover with a lid and cook over low heat for 15 minutes. During this time, the plums will release juice and soften. Remember to stir them occasionally with a wooden spatula.
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Step 4
After 15 minutes, you should have a paste like this.
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Step 5
Add sugar and mix with a spatula.
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Step 6
Purée the plum mixture with a blender and cook for another 15 minutes uncovered to evaporate as much moisture as possible.
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Step 7
Line the baking sheets with parchment paper. I ended up using two large baking sheets. Spread the hot plum mixture onto the parchment paper. Modern parchment paper is silicone-coated, so there's no need to grease it. I poured the plum purée directly onto the paper and smoothed it out with a spatula. The layer thickness should not exceed 6-7 mm; the ideal is 5-6 mm, but most importantly, it should be even!
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Step 8
Dry plum leathers in the oven for 4-5-6 hours, with the oven door slightly ajar and the temperature not exceeding 100 degrees. Test for doneness with your finger: if the leather is elastic and barely sticky, it's ready! Another way to check: lift the edge of the leather from the paper; if it peels off easily, it's done. If puree remains on the paper, it needs more drying time.
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Step 9
Let it cool slightly, then peel it off the paper—it comes off easily and feels rubbery to the touch. Cut into strips and roll them tightly. Store in a glass jar or paper bag in the refrigerator.