Pflaumenkuchen 👍 German Plum Cake Easy Recipe

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.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.

Wash and slice the plums in half, removing the pits.

In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the egg and mix well.

Stir in cognac/brandy until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cardamom, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until smooth.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Arrange the plum halves on top of the batter, cut side up.

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens