Franconian Plum And Walnut Cake
This Franconian Plum and Walnut Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the flavors of the Franconian region in Germany. The combination of juicy plums and crunchy walnuts creates a deliciously rustic cake that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup non-dairy milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4-5 plums, pitted and sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, walnuts, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, vegetable oil, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Arrange the sliced plums on top of the batter in a decorative pattern.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the plum and walnut cake at room temperature and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 4g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula Wire rack
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Franconian Plum and Walnut Cake with a dollop of vegan whipped cream or a scoop of dairy-free ice cream for a delightful dessert.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to use ripe, juicy plums for the best flavor in this cake.
Cost
$10