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.

Franconian Plum And Walnut Cake

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

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, walnuts, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, vegetable oil, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Arrange the sliced plums on top of the batter in a decorative pattern.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. 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