Zwetschgenkuchen (plum Streusel Cake)

Zwetschgenkuchen, also known as Plum Streusel Cake, is a traditional dessert from Hessian cuisine. This delicious cake is made with juicy plums and a crumbly streusel topping, perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea.

Zwetschgenkuchen (plum Streusel Cake)

Ingredients

  • 500g plums, pitted and halved
  • 200g all-purpose flour
  • 150g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 125g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Arrange the halved plums in the bottom of the pan and sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly.
  5. Take 2/3 of the crumbly mixture and press it onto the plums in the pan.
  6. Beat the egg and vanilla extract together, then pour over the crumb base.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining crumbly mixture over the top.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing the sides of the springform pan.
  10. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
45 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 springform pan Mixing bowls Measuring cups and spoons Whisk Cooling rack

Tools

Oven Mixer (optional)

Serving suggestions

Serve the Zwetschgenkuchen with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to use ripe plums for the best flavor in this cake. You can also try this recipe with other stone fruits such as peaches or apricots.

Cost

$10