Fresh Plum Cake

Celebrate the sweetness of seasonal fruit with this delightful Fresh Plum Cake, a simple yet elegant dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring a tender, buttery crumb infused with warm cinnamon and vanilla, this easy homemade cake is topped with juicy slices of fresh ripe plums that caramelize beautifully as they bake. Ready in just about an hour, this recipe combines classic baking techniques with a showcase of vibrant, fruity flavors. Serve it with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a rustic charm or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent treat. Whether it's for afternoon tea or a special family dinner, this plum cake promises to impress with every slice.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 60 milliliters whole milk
• 6 fresh ripe plums
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three batches, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Halve and pit the plums. Slice each half into wedges about 1 cm thick.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula. Arrange the plum slices on top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping each other.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1049.5 grams (1049.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2576

Total Fat 113.60g	146%
Saturated Fat 62.00g	310%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 634mg	211%
Sodium 1223mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 371.30g	135%
Dietary Fiber 11.70g	42%
Total Sugars 208.30g
Protein 38.30g	77%

Vitamin D 107IU	536%
Calcium 221mg	17%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 1106mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.4%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 55.8%