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 🍰 Plum Upside-Down Cake – A Caramelized Showstopper



Sweet, tangy plums layered in glossy, buttery caramel over a soft, fluffy cake… this Plum Upside-Down Cake is as stunning as it is delicious. A modern twist on a retro favorite, it’s the perfect dessert for showcasing juicy summer plums and impressing your guests.

💜 Why You’ll Love This Plum Upside-Down Cake

  • ✅ A stunning presentation right out of the pan

  • ✅ Uses fresh, ripe plums

  • ✅ Buttery, moist cake base

  • ✅ Perfect for brunch, tea, or dessert

🛒 Ingredients

For the Topping:

  • 4–5 ripe plums, thinly sliced

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter

  • ½ cup brown sugar

For the Cake Batter:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup whole milk

  • Optional: ¼ tsp ground cinnamon or cardamom

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep the Pan

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

2. Make the Caramel Topping

  • Melt butter and brown sugar in a small saucepan until smooth and bubbly.

  • Pour mixture into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.

  • Arrange plum slices in a fan or spiral pattern over the caramel layer.

3. Make the Cake Batter

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

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

  • Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.

  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing just until combined.

4. Bake

  • Gently spread batter over the plums and smooth the top.

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

5. Invert & Serve

  • Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.

  • Run a knife around the edge, then invert onto a serving plate.

  • Let the juices drip over the cake—pure magic!

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream

  • Dust with powdered sugar for a classic touch

  • Enjoy as a brunch cake with coffee or tea

💡 Tips & Variations

  • Use a mix of red and black plums for color contrast

  • Add a splash of rum or almond extract to the batter

  • Substitute plums with nectarines or peaches

  • Make it gluten-free with a 1:1 baking flour blend

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