Your guide to plum season

Plums are an autumnal stone fruit with juicy flesh and smooth, colourful skin, with a flavour ranging from sweet to tart, depending on the variety.

John Myatt, our trusted plum farmer, picks only the best plums at their peak ripeness. “We actually grow eleven varieties that ripen at different times across the summer, so we can enjoy our plums at their best for as long as possible,” says John.

These are left on the branch for longer plums so they’re sweeter, juicier, and ready to eat as soon as you buy them. Our trusted farmers are specially trained on how to spot a fit-for-M&S plum, assessing characteristics such as colour and how it feels in their hand.

Almond and plum baked oats

Inspired by the flavours of an almond croissant, fold through half the sliced plums before baking, then scatter the remainder on top where they soften and release their sweet-tart juices, creating pockets of fruity flavour throughout. Finished with toasted almonds and a lightly caramelised topping, it's a breakfast that lets seasonal plums shine.

Sticky halloumi, plum and white bean salad

Sweet, juicy plums bring a burst of freshness to this colourful summer salad. Their natural sweetness balances perfectly with salty halloumi and creamy cannellini beans, while a splash of red wine vinegar and fresh parsley enhances their bright flavour.

Plum and pistachio pastries

Try Tom Kerridge's irresistible recipe for buttery puff pastries with a rich pistachio frangipane-style filling and plum slices. Bake until the pastry is golden-brown with delicate, flaky layers and serve with a generous scoop of smooth Collection Pistachio Ice Cream.

Spiced plum, raspberry and almond cake

Combine sweet plums with tart raspberries in Tom Kerridge’s almond cake recipe. Ground almonds give a deep, nutty flavour and chewy texture, while a pinch of mixed spice adds a warming kick.

Roasted plum and hazelnut pancakes

Take a stack of fluffy pancakes to the next level with syrupy, roasted plums, lashings of Italian Hazelnut Crème, and creamy Luxury Honey and Ginger Yogurt. A tablespoon of cocoa powder and chocolate chips make these pancakes extra chocolatey.

Plum, beetroot and gorgonzola panzanella

This chunky panzanella salad is autumn on a plate, and a brilliant way to use plums in a savoury dish. Toast crunchy sourdough bread and toss with charred plums, peppery rocket, and crumbles of our punchy Gorgonzola Dolce cheese.

Crêpe cake with plum compote

Stack thin, golden-brown crêpes sky high to make this impressive vegan-friendly cake. Make a simple plum compote by stewing plums with maple syrup, vanilla, and aromatic spices. Once you’ve cooked your crêpes, layer with our creamy Plant Kitchen Vanilla and Coconut Pot and drizzle with the plum compote.