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Authentic German Plum Cake recipe. 🎂 Baking traditional Zwetschgenkuchen with Kenwood Cooking Chef.

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German Plum Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from Germany, Plum Cake (Pflaumenkuchen) is a beloved dessert, particularly in late summer and early fall when plums are in season. Traditionally enjoyed with coffee, it is often served at family gatherings and celebrations. This cake highlights the sweetness of ripe plums, balanced by a buttery, tender crust. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating different fruits or spices, making it a versatile treat enjoyed in many cultures beyond Germany.

GermanDEdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 cup plain flour
1 cup semi-coarse flour
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 vanilla sugar
1 cup of milk
3/4 cup oil
1 egg
1/2 baking powder
3/4 cup semi-coarse flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
70 g of butter
pitted plums
fat
coarse flour

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is lower in saturated fat.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with distinct flavor.

plums

🥗Healthier: peaches

💰Cheaper: apples

Peaches are similar in texture and flavor.

1

Put all the ingredients for the dough in a bowl and mix thoroughly.

2

Pour onto a tray lined with baking paper (or greased and poured).

3

Place the plum halves and sprinkle with Streusel.

4

Bake in an oven heated to 180-190 °C for about 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

Kenwood KWL90.244 SL Chef Titanium Patissier XL Stand MixerGorenje - Built In Combi Steam Oven, 60 cm

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

PflaumenkuchenZwetschgenkuchen
Local Name: Pflaumenkuchen

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