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Zoë’s Plum Cake with Apricots Recipe

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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
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter
1 cup sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup milk
1 cup mixed dried fruits
1/2 cup nuts
1 teaspoon spices
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Prepare the wood-fired oven for baking.

2

Slice the apricots and prepare them for the cake batter.

3

Mix the cake batter according to the recipe in Zoë's book.

4

Fold in the apricots into the batter.

5

Pour the batter into a baking pan.

6

Bake in the wood-fired oven until golden and cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

creamingfoldingbaking

Equipment Needed

wood-fired oven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Christmas CakeFruit Cake

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