Description
A golden, buttery cake topped with caramelized plums, balancing sweetness and tartness for a nostalgic yet elegant dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 plums, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup (55g) unsalted butter, melted (for caramel)
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar (for caramel)
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- Melt 1/4 cup (55g) of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 1/2 cup (100g) of brown sugar until dissolved. Pour the caramel into the cake pan and spread evenly.
- Slice 4-5 plums into thin wedges and arrange them in a decorative pattern over the caramel. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups (190g) of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup (115g) of softened butter with 3/4 cup (150g) of granulated sugar until fluffy. Add 2 eggs, one at a time, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup (120ml) of milk. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the plums, smoothing the top with a spatula. Tap the pan gently to remove air bubbles.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges, then place a plate on top and flip it over. Lift the pan gently to reveal the caramelized plums.
Notes
Let the caramel simmer just until it thickens to avoid it being too runny. Use firm, ripe plums for the best results. Allow the cake to cool slightly before flipping to prevent breaking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: plum upside-down cake, seasonal dessert, caramelized plums, easy cake recipe