Sugar plums are small, round fruits with a vibrant color and a sweet flavor. They are often associated with holiday traditions and are commonly depicted in stories and poems. Sugar plums have a rich purple or deep red skin and a juicy, sweet flesh. Despite their name, they are not actually plums but rather a type of dried fruit made from various types of plums or other stone fruits. Sugar plums are often enjoyed as a sweet treat, either eaten on their own or used in baked goods, confections, or as a festive decoration during the holiday season.