Quench your thirst and boost your health with this delightful homemade, delicious, fresh and organic plum juice drink.
Whether you prefer using a juicer, high-speed blender, or a smoothie maker, this recipe promises a burst of tangy taste and a myriad of vitamins, minerals and also may aid constipation due to the nutritional content of plums.
*This post has been reviewed by Dora Babic-Cikos, PhD Nutritional Science
This recipe was inspired by Best Homemade Lemon Juice Recipe (with honey), Homemade Electrolyte Drink and Fresh Fruit Peach Juice.
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Ingredients
To make this nutritious fruit juice, you will need the following ingredients:
- Fresh plums: choose ripe, juicy plums for the best flavor. I would also recommend using pure organic plums where possible. You can use any type of plum but usually the softer ones will be sweeter.
- Water (for making the plum drink in a smoothie maker/high speed blender): adds hydration and ensures a smooth consistency when making in a blender.
See recipe card for quantities.
How To Make Plum Juice Recipe Step-by-Step
To make this seasonal fruit juice, follow these simple steps:
- Wash the plums and remove the kernels.
- Peel if not organic and cut into smaller pieces.
In A Smoothie Maker/High Speed Blender
- Put plums into the blender, add water, and blend until smooth.
- Serve as is or strain through a nut milk bag for a smoother texture.
How to Juice Plums
- Place all the plums without the kernels in the juicer and let it work its magic until all the bits are juiced into a pure juice.
- Serve immediately.
Additions
Enhance your plum drink with these additions:
- A hint of lime juice for a citrusy kick.
- Fresh ginger for added depth of flavor.
- A splash of maple syrup or raw honey as a natural sweetener.
Recipe Variations
Experiment with different types of plums:
- Try the Golden Apple or Elephant Heart plum for a sweeter taste.
- Mix green plums with ripe June plums for a unique blend.
- Incorporate black amber plums for a deeper, more robust flavor.
How To Store
Ensure your juice stays fresh:
- Store in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for refreshing plum ice cubes.
- Make plum popsicles for a cool summer treat.
Top tip
If your kids are not really fans of fresh fruit or fresh fruit juice, why not serve it as a delicious and refreshing summer popsicle!
FAQ
Prune juice is made from dried plums which are dehydrated and contain more sugar. Fresh plums are used to make this juice.
It is not a laxative but due to its nutritional content it is considered as a natural remedy for constipation.
Apart from having an amazing nutritional value, it is also considered to be helpful in regulating blood sugar.
More Related Recipes
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:
- The Best Healthy Papaya Juice Recipe
- How To Make A Natural And Fresh Peach Fruit Juice
- Homemade Dark Chocolate Milk
- Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shot Recipe
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Fresh and Organic Plum Juice Recipe - Juicer & Blender
EQUIPMENT
- 1 Juicer
- 1 Smoothie Maker
Ingredients
For Plum Juice In A Juicer
- 15 plums ripe
For Plum Juice In A Smoothie Maker/High-Speed Blender
- 8 plums
- ½ cup water
Optional
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
Instructions
- Wash the plums and take out the middle kernel.
- If not organic, peel them.
- Cut into smaller pieces.
For Plum Juice In A Juicer
- Put all the plums in the juicer and let it do it's magic until all the plum bits go through the chute.
- Serve.
For Plum Juice In A Smoothie Maker/High-Speed Blender
- Put all of the plums into the smoothie maker/blender and add water.
- Blend until you have a smooth consistency.
- You can either serve as is or run through a nut milk bag to get rid of the chunkier bits.
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