Quick and simple plum cake –Today, we’re diving into a baking adventure that even your non-baking friends will ask you about! Say hello to the Best Classic Plum Cake Recipe! This cake is so deliciously charming, it might just play hard to get—especially if you get distracted while waiting for it to bake! But trust us, it’s totally worth it. Alright, let’s roll up those sleeves and get started!
Feast Your Eyes!
First, let’s give our eyes a little treat. Check out this scrumptious plum cake that’s about to make your taste buds dance!
Ingredients You’ll Need
To whip up this delightful masterpiece, here’s what you’ll gather:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4-5 ripe plums, sliced
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Time to Bake! Here’s How You Do It
Now that you have all your ingredients, let’s turn that apron around and get baking!
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). It’s like giving your oven a little pep talk before it gets to work!
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Imagine you’re whisking away all the bad vibes while you beat that mix!
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Your batter should be ready to party!
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to your wet mixture. Alternating with milk, blend until just combined! No over-mixing, or we’ll have a drama queen on our hands.
- Fold in the vanilla extract because every cake deserves a dash of personality!
- Pour half of the batter into a greased cake pan, then layer the plum slices over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top, covering the plums.
- Now, the waiting game begins! Bake for about 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on it; you don’t want it to escape from the oven!
- Once baked, let it cool, then sprinkle with powdered sugar if you want to add a swish of fancy. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
And there you have it—a delicious, charming plum cake ready to impress your friends! Don’t forget to snap a photo before it disappears faster than you can say “plum-tastic!” Happy baking!