For a richer flavor, use European-style butter. If plums are very tart, toss them with a tablespoon or two of granulated sugar before arranging them on the cake. To prevent the crust from browning too quickly, tent the cake with foil during the last 20-30 minutes of baking. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
German Plum Cake
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 55 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS21
A delightful German Plum Cake featuring a luscious plum filling and a buttery crumble topping. Enjoy warm as is, or elevate the experience with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable dessert.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate66 g
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Cholesterol46 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium137 mg
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Sugar40 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, softened butter, and eggs until light and creamy. (5 minutes)
03
StepIn a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and baking powder. (2 minutes)
04
StepGradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix. (3 minutes)
05
StepPress the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. (5 minutes)
06
StepArrange the halved plums, cut-side up, on top of the pressed dough in the baking dish, packing tightly. (10 minutes)
07
StepIn a medium bowl, stir together the brown sugar and 2 cups of all-purpose flour. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. (10 minutes)
08
StepSprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the plums in the baking dish. (3 minutes)
09
StepBake in the preheated oven until the cake is set, the plums are soft, and the crumble topping is golden brown, about 1 hour 30 minutes. (90 minutes)
10
StepLet the cake cool in the baking dish for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving. (60 minutes)
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Jazmyne Boyle
Jun 21, 2025The plums are so juicy and flavorful. A great recipe!
Alek Friesen
Jun 19, 2025This cake is absolutely delicious! The crumble topping is perfect.
Karson Daugherty
May 26, 2025My family requests this cake every year during plum season. It's a keeper!
Vivianne Runteadams
Apr 11, 2025I made this for a party and everyone loved it! It's so easy to make.