Plum Cake (German)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16
Scrumptious Plum Cake (German) recipe for your afternoon tea
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Prep

25 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

4 cups flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups butter , melted
4 egg yolks ( save the whites )
1 tablespoon vanilla
apricot jam
3 lbs purple plums , clean and quartered ( little ones )
2 tablespoons flour
powdered sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
456
Sugar
30g
Fat
23g
Plum Cake (German), also known as Zwetschgenkuchen, is a traditional cake from Germany that is often served during late summer and autumn when plums are in season. This cake is lightly sweetened and has a buttery crust that is topped with apricot jam and fresh plums. This recipe is easy to make at home and is perfect for sharing with friends and family. The cake is best served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, and salt.
3.Add melted butter, egg yolks, and vanilla. Mix until a dough forms. Press the dough into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
4.Bake for 15 minutes.
5.Spread apricot jam over the baked crust.
6.Spread quartered purple plums over the jam.
7.In a small bowl, mix together flour and reserved egg whites. Pour mixture over the plums.
8.Bake for an additional 45 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown.

PROS

This Plum Cake recipe is sweet and fruity, perfect for an afternoon tea or dessert.

The recipe is easy to make and does not require any special ingredients.

CONS

Plums are high in sugar, so this cake should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe may take some time to prepare, and requires patience for the baking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Plums are high in antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Eating plums may also help improve digestion and lower blood sugar levels.
However, when combined with sugar and flour as in this recipe, the health benefits of plums are reduced.

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