Plum Cake

Plum Cake – A Flavorful Delight for Any Moment of the Day

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30-35 minutes
Total time: 55-60 minutes
Number of servings: 8

Plum cake is a simple and delicious recipe, perfect for bringing a touch of autumn flavor to every day. This quick dessert is easy to prepare, making it ideal for both an afternoon snack and a refined dessert served at festive meals. Here’s how to achieve a perfect result, step by step.

Ingredients:
- 500 g plums (fresh or canned)
- 25 g fresh yeast
- 250 ml milk
- 100 g margarine (or butter, for a richer taste)
- 150 g sugar
- 500 g flour
- 1 egg
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- A pinch of salt

Preparation:

1. Activate the yeast: Start by placing the yeast in a small bowl, adding a few tablespoons of warm milk (not hot, to avoid killing the yeast) and 1-2 tablespoons of sugar. Mix a little and let it activate for 10-15 minutes until it becomes frothy. This step is essential for getting a fluffy dough.

2. Heat the milk and margarine: In a saucepan, heat the remaining milk together with the margarine cut into cubes. Stir until the margarine completely melts, then let the mixture cool slightly.

3. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast, egg, and milk mixture with margarine. Start mixing with a spatula or your hands until all the ingredients combine. Then, knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth.

4. Let the dough rise: Form a ball from the dough and place it in a bowl greased with a little oil. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place, away from drafts, for 30-40 minutes or until it doubles in size.

5. Prepare the plums: If using fresh plums, wash them well, remove the pits, and cut them in half. If using canned plums, drain them well and let them dry a bit on a paper towel to avoid excess moisture.

6. Assemble the cake: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1 cm thick. Transfer the sheet to a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Arrange the plums evenly on the surface of the dough, sprinkling a little sugar on top to caramelize them during baking.

7. Bake the cake: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake the cake for 30-35 minutes until it becomes golden and nicely browned. Check if it’s baked by inserting a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

8. Cool and serve: Once the cake has cooled slightly, cut it into portions and serve warm or at room temperature. It’s delicious on its own, but you can add a spoonful of sour cream or vanilla ice cream for extra flavor.

Practical tips:
- You can replace the plums with other seasonal fruits, such as apples or peaches, to add a personal touch to your recipe.
- If you want to add extra flavor, you can add cinnamon or lemon zest to the dough.
- For a less sweet version, reduce the amount of sugar or use natural sweeteners.

This plum cake is not only easy to prepare but also full of flavors and textures, turning each slice into a delight for the taste buds. Try it and let yourself be carried away by its delicious aromas!

 Ingredients: 300 g flour, 180 ml milk, 40 g sugar, 60 g margarine, 1 egg yolk, 20 g yeast, a pinch of salt, 700 g plums, 250 g apples. For the cream: 100 g butter, 100 g powdered sugar, 60 g flour, 1 packet of vanilla sugar.