Description
A moist and tender cake made with sweet plums and warm spices, layered over a rich custard base – perfect for a cozy dessert or afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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- 4–5 ripe plums, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then mix in vanilla.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the batter, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Arrange plum slices on top in a circular pattern, slightly pressing them into the batter.
- Drizzle heavy cream evenly over the top of the batter and fruit.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the cake is set and golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove sides of pan. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Use firm-ripe plums for best texture and flavor.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg