Aromatic Plum Cake (Prăjitură cu prune)

Prăjitură cu prune, or Aromatic Plum Cake, is a traditional dessert from Aromanian cuisine that is loved for its rich, fruity flavor and moist texture. This delightful cake is perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea, and it's a great way to make use of fresh, juicy plums.

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Aromatic Plum Cake (Prăjitură cu prune)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4-5 ripe plums, pitted and sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
  4. Arrange the sliced plums on top of the batter.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the pan on a wire rack. Enjoy the Prăjitură cu prune with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
10g
Protein
4g

Supplies

9-inch round cake pan Wire rack

Tools

Mixer Measuring cups and spoons Baking spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Aromatic Plum Cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of warm caramel sauce for a decadent treat.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle the sliced plums with a bit of cinnamon or nutmeg before placing them on the cake batter.

Cost

$5