Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Moist Plum Cake, a perfect dessert that combines the sweetness of fresh plums with a tender, moist cake base. This recipe is a wonderful way to showcase seasonal fruit in a simple and comforting treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Additional:
- 2 cups fresh plums, pitted and sliced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream, milk, vanilla, and lemon zest.
- Combine and Bake: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Pour batter into pan, arrange sliced plums on top, sprinkle with brown sugar, and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool for 15 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm plums for the best results.
- This cake stays moist for days and tastes even better the next day.
- Enjoy warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
