Uetersen's Upside-down Plum Cake: Caramelized Plum Upside-down Cake

Uetersen's Upside-Down Plum Cake is a delightful dessert that showcases the sweet and tangy flavors of plums. This Caramelized Plum Upside-Down Cake is a traditional Schleswig-Holstein recipe that is perfect for any occasion.

Uetersen's Upside-down Plum Cake: Caramelized Plum Upside-down Cake

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a 9-inch round cake pan, pour the melted butter and sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the butter.
  3. Arrange the plum slices in a single layer over the butter and sugar mixture.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. In another bowl, beat the granulated sugar, milk, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter over the plums in the cake pan, spreading it evenly.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a serving plate.
  10. Serve the cake warm, with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
280 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
3g
Fat
15g

Supplies

9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Whisk Cooking spray

Tools

Oven Toothpick Serving plate

Serving suggestions

Serve the Uetersen's Upside-Down Plum Cake with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a delightful afternoon treat.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to arrange the plum slices neatly in the cake pan for a beautiful presentation when the cake is inverted.

Cost

$10