This "Good Morning" Plumcake offers a delightful way to start your day, combining the lightness of a traditional cake with the sweet surprise of your favorite marmalade. Made with wholesome ingredients like fresh orange juice and your choice of olive or sunflower oil, this cake is moist and fluffy. The marmalade swirl adds a burst of flavor, making every slice visually appealing and deliciously satisfying.
Why You'll Love This: The infusion of orange juice in the batter provides a citrusy undertone that complements the sweetness of the marmalade, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Whether you prefer a more neutral taste with sunflower oil or a slightly fruity hint with olive oil, this cake caters to different palates while ensuring a moist texture. It's easy to make, yet feels special enough to brighten up any morning or snack time.
Perfect Occasion: This plumcake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a mid-morning snack. It's also a great choice for packing into lunchboxes or serving at casual gatherings where a light, sweet treat is desired. The cake's simple elegance makes it suitable for both everyday enjoyment and special occasions like family breakfasts on weekends or holidays.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful finish, dust the top of the plumcake with powdered sugar once it has cooled. You can also garnish it with thin orange slices or zest before serving for an extra touch of citrus flair. If you’re feeling creative, a simple orange glaze made from powdered sugar and orange juice can be drizzled over the top for added sweetness and decoration.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 100 grams of sugar
- 220 grams of flour
- 75 ml of olive oil or sunflower oil, as preferred
- 75 ml of orange juice
- 16 grams of baking powder
- A few teaspoons of your favorite marmalade
Instructions:
- Prepare the Batter:
- Using a hand whisk or an electric mixer, beat the eggs and sugar until fluffy.
- Gradually add the oil and orange juice to the egg mixture, mixing continuously.
- Sift in the flour and baking powder and mix until the batter is smooth.
- Assemble the Plumcake:
- Line a 30x10 cm loaf pan with parchment paper and pour the batter into the pan.
- Drop teaspoons of marmalade along the center length of the plumcake. Use a spoon to gently swirl the marmalade into the batter slightly, ensuring it doesn't sink to the bottom.
- Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and bake the plumcake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the plumcake cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
Enjoy this fabulous "Good Morning" Plumcake as a delightful start to your day or a sweet addition to your afternoon tea!