German Plum Kuchen

Kuchen is German for “cake”, and this is one of the easiest, lightest and tastiest cakes ever.

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Plum Kuchen


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

5 from 1 review

  • Author: Priya Mahadevan
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This German Plum Kuchen is a light and flavorful cake, featuring a buttery batter topped with juicy red plums and a hint of lemon.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 lb red plums, pitted and sliced
  • Fresh lemon juice, to squeeze over the cake before baking

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Butter a 9-inch baking pan, preferably a Pyrex dish.
  3. Cream together the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to form a creamy batter. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Arrange the sliced plums over the top of the batter, pressing them slightly into the batter.
  9. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top of the plums.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, use ripe but firm plums. The cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: German

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 70

 

View Comments (2) View Comments (2)
  1. 3 lb (525g) Ripe Bananas 6oz (175g) Brown Sugar 40z (100g)
    Sultanas 2 Eggs 8oz (225g) Self Raising Flour.
    For instance, it is an excellent idea to prepare the birthday cake of a
    golf lover in the shape of a golf ball in a golf course.

    Whenever the mixture becomes too dry and heavy, add a little milk to lighten it.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe rating 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

Previous Post
Banana Oat Energy Bars

Homemade Energy Bars

Next Post

Pomegranate-Lemon-Mascarpone Tart with a Coconut-Macadamia Nut Crust