Dive into the sweet allure of our Irresistible Upside-Down Plum Cake, a dessert so tantalizing that one slice simply calls for another. This cake features a beautifully caramelized plum base with a soft, moist cake topping. The blend of tangy plums and sweet cake offers a perfect balance of flavors that will enchant your taste buds and leave you longing for more. Crafted with simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this cake is both a joy to make and a delight to serve.
Why You’ll Love This: What makes this Upside-Down Plum Cake a standout is its delightful combination of textures and the gorgeous caramelized topping that peeks through as you flip the cake. The plums soften into a nearly jam-like consistency, melding beautifully with the light, airy cake. This cake not only tastes divine but also looks spectacular, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for any dining occasion.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is ideal for late summer and early fall gatherings when plums are at their peak. Serve it at brunches, afternoon teas, or as a dessert at family dinners. It’s also perfect for celebrations and can easily become a talking point at potlucks and holiday tables.
Decoration Tips: Once flipped, enhance the natural beauty of the plum topping with a light dusting of powdered sugar. For a more festive look, add a few fresh mint leaves or a drizzle of honey over the plums. Serving each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream can also add an extra layer of indulgence.
Ingredients:
- For the Topping:
- 5-6 red plums, sliced into half moons
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- For the Dough:
- 3 eggs
- 180g sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 100 ml vegetable oil
- 200g yogurt
- 250g flour
- 1 packet of baking powder
- Begin by preheating your oven to 175°C (347°F).
- Prepare the cake tin by lining the bottom with parchment paper. Melt the butter and pour it over the parchment. Sprinkle the sugar evenly over the melted butter.
- Arrange the plum slices in a single layer on the sugared butter, covering the entire base of the tin.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the yogurt, vanilla sugar, and oil until well combined.
- Gradually sift in the flour and baking powder, mixing just until the batter is smooth.
- Pour this batter over the arranged plums in the cake tin.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick—it should come out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before turning it onto a serving plate, revealing the plum topping.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
Enjoy this delightful Upside-Down Plum Cake, where every slice is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors that will surely make everyone ask for more!
