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The Enchantetd Plum Cake

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Here’s a refined and easy-to-follow recipe for Plum Cake:

Plum Cake

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 45-50 mins | Total Time: 1 hr

This delightful plum cake is tender, flavorful, and bursting with juicy plums. Perfect for tea time or as a dessert.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 6-8 ripe plums, pitted and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour an 8- or 9-inch round cake pan.

2. Prepare the Plums:

  • Toss the plum slices with lemon juice and set aside.

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. Cream the Butter and Sugars:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

5. Add the Eggs and Vanilla:

  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.

6. Combine the Dry and Wet Ingredients:

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined (do not overmix).

7. Arrange the Plums:

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Arrange the plum slices on top in a circular pattern.

8. Sprinkle with Sugar:

  • Sprinkle the plums with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
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9. Bake the Cake:

  • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. Cool the Cake:

  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve the cake with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
  • Pair with coffee or tea for a cozy dessert.

Tips

  • Ripe plums work best in this recipe for maximum sweetness and juiciness.
  • You can substitute peaches or nectarines for a variation.

Enjoy your Plum Cake! Let me know how it turns out!

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