Ingredients
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided2 tablespoons cornstarch3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice5 cups sliced peeled fresh plums5 cups sliced peeled nectarines or peaches2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter1-1/2 cups buttermilkVanilla ice cream, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, combine 3/4 cup sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in apple juice until smooth. Stir in plums and nectarines. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
Remove from the heat; cool for 10 minutes. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish.
In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and remaining 1/2 cup sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Make a well in the center; stir in buttermilk just until a soft dough forms. Drop by tablespoonfuls over fruit mixture. Bake until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Serve warm, with ice cream if desired.
