Delicious homemade plum cake: A quick and easy recipe for all occasions

The plum season is the perfect time to prepare a homemade cake that melts in your mouth. This simple recipe for oil-based pound cake guarantees success, even for beginner cooks. Its preparation takes just a moment, and the result will delight all household members. Sweet plums combined with a delicate sponge cake create a unique duet perfect for a daily snack and a dessert for special occasions. See how easy it is to bake this delicious treat!

In the plum season, there's nothing better than a homemade plum cake. It is a unique delicacy that pairs excellently with coffee or tea. This cake, which you can prepare quickly and effortlessly, will amaze you and your family and friends. Preparing this dessert is so simple that even beginners in the kitchen can easily handle it. And the best part is that the oil-based plum cake is so delicious that your neighbours will ask for the recipe.

Don't have much time but want to make something sweet? This recipe is just for you! Thanks to simple ingredients and a quick preparation method, the plum cake will be ready in no time.

Cake:

            
• 3 small or 2 large eggs,
• 80 grams (about 1/3 cup) sugar,
• 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar,
• a pinch of salt,
• 100 millilitres (less than 1/2 cup) oil,
• 160 grams (about 1 cup) flour,
• 1 teaspoon baking powder.

Plums:

    
• 300-400 grams plums,
• 1 teaspoon sugar,
• cinnamon to taste.

How to Prepare Plum Cake – Step by Step

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2. Prepare the plums: First, wash the plums, halve them, and remove the pits. Then, combine the fruits with the sugar and cinnamon to give them an extra aroma. The plums will provide a perfect contrast to the sweet cake.
3. Prepare the cake: In a large bowl, beat the eggs with sugar, vanilla sugar, and a pinch of salt until light and fluffy. This should take about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and uniform. Then, slowly pour in the oil while mixing so the ingredients combine well.
4. Add flour and baking powder: Sift the flour and baking powder together, then add them to the egg mixture. Mix briefly until the ingredients are combined to keep the cake light and fluffy.
5. Prepare the pan and bake: Transfer the prepared batter to an 8-inch round pan lined with parchment paper. Arrange the plums evenly on top of the batter, skin side down. This way, the fruits won't sink into the cake, and their flavour will be more intense.
6. Bake: Place the pan in an oven preheated to 175°C (350°F). Bake for about 40 minutes using the top-bottom heating function. The cake should turn golden and be springy to the touch. Check with a toothpick – the cake is done if it comes out dry.
7. Finish: After baking, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool. Before serving, sprinkle it with powdered sugar to add elegance and a touch of sweetness.

Homemade plum cake is a simple and delicious dessert that everyone will love. Thanks to this recipe, you can prepare it quickly and effortlessly. Experiment with different toppings and discover your favourite way to serve this cake. Enjoy!