Plum & Almond Cake
Plum & Almond Cake is a delightful treat that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe plums with the nutty flavor of almond flour. This moist, buttery cake is an irresistible dessert for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family gathering or a fancy dinner party. Easy to prepare, this cake will fill your kitchen with warm aromas and leave your guests asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh plums, diced
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder until combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in diced plums until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle sliced almonds on top. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg