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Plum Cake

Cultural Context

Plum cake, often enjoyed during Christmas in India, has roots in British colonial traditions. It symbolizes celebration and togetherness, with families often preparing it weeks in advance, allowing flavors to develop. Variations abound, with some adding alcohol-soaked fruits for richness. Today, it's a beloved festive treat across India, enjoyed by many during special occasions.

IndianINdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup butter (110 grm)
1/2 cup sugar (100 grm)
1/2 cup sugar for caramel (100 grm)
3 eggs
1 tsp baking powder (5 grm)
1 tsp vanilla essence
1 cup all-purpose flour (120 grm)
1/2 cup black raisins (100 grm)
1/2 cup cashews (100 grm)
1/2 cup tutti frutti (100 grm)
1/2 cup dates (100 grm)
1/2 cup orange juice (118 ml)
1 tsp orange zest

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a healthier fat option.

mixed dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits can be lighter and more nutritious.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped peanuts

Seeds can be a nut-free alternative.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber.

1

Soak black raisins, cashews, tutti frutti, and dates in orange juice for flavor.

2

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

3

Grease and line a cake tin with parchment paper.

4

Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

5

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

6

Sift together all-purpose flour and baking powder; gradually add to the creamed mixture.

7

Stir in vanilla essence until smooth.

8

Fold in the soaked fruits and orange zest.

9

Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin.

10

Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.

11

Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Cooking Techniques

creamingfoldingbaking

Equipment Needed

cake tinmixing bowlelectric mixersifterspatulawire rack

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairynutseggs

Also Known As

Christmas CakeFruit Cake

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