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 🍰 Classic Plum Cake – Moist, Fruity & Perfect for Tea Time



Nothing says cozy like a homemade Plum Cake—a soft, buttery cake filled with juicy plums, warm spices, and just the right amount of sweetness. Whether served with coffee, as a teatime treat, or as a festive holiday bake, this cake is always a crowd-pleaser.

🍑 Why You’ll Love This Plum Cake

  • ✅ Uses fresh, ripe plums

  • ✅ Moist and spice-kissed

  • ✅ Beautiful enough for brunch, easy enough for weeknights

  • ✅ Great for holiday gifting or fall baking

🛒 Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp nutmeg

  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ cup milk or yogurt

Fruit:

  • 4–5 ripe plums, sliced into wedges

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (for sprinkling)

  • Optional: lemon zest or a dash of almond extract

🔪 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Grease and line an 8-inch round or square baking pan.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

3. Cream the Butter & Sugar

  • In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.

  • Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and milk/yogurt.

4. Combine Wet & Dry

  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

5. Layer the Plums

  • Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top.

  • Arrange plum slices in a circular or scattered pattern.

  • Sprinkle with brown sugar (and lemon zest if using).

6. Bake

  • Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  • Cool in pan for 10 mins, then transfer to a wire rack.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream 🍦

  • Dust with powdered sugar for a rustic finish

  • Great with hot tea, coffee, or mulled wine

💡 Pro Tips

  • Use slightly overripe plums for juicier flavor

  • Add chopped walnuts or almonds for crunch

  • Swap plums for peaches or nectarines when in season

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days

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