Hungarian Plum Cake
1/2 cup butter 1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind
1/2 cup sugar 10 to 12 fresh or frozen plum halves (or more)
2 eggs 1/2 cup sugar
1 cup flour 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking powder
Cream butter and sugar. Beat eggs in well. Mix in dry ingredients with a wooden spoon. (except last 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon.) Spread in greased 7" x 11" pan. Press the plum halves into the batter slightly, skin side down, leaving 1/4" or so between them. Mix last 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the top. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.
I had forgotten how much I love baking until I made this at lunch today. The cottage smelled delicious, and it really felt like home. This simple dessert tastes heavenly. The color from the plums is exquisite! I hope that you try it and enjoy it. Please share the post with your friends if you would like...
Thank you for the recipe, Stephenie. It looks delicious. I like quick recipes with not so many ingredients. I'm going to see if I can get fresh plums next time I'm at the grocery store.
ReplyDeleteHi Nil, I wrote you a reply, and it vanished. I love quick recipes, too. I hope you find a good deal on plums. They were on special here last week. Enjoy...
DeleteThose are plums? They are the size of apples!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Lady Locust, Yes, they are plums. I can see why you think that from the photo. The dish isn't that big. The fruit is plump and juicy.
DeleteWonderful! Baking is an art and a pleasure. It's lovely to have freshly baked goodies around...it's one of those things that make a house a home. :)
ReplyDeleteRose.
Hi Rose! I agree. I felt happy all day after making this cake. Baking is great therapy. I love making fruit desserts.
ReplyDeleteA good quick recipe. I will give it a try when I can get a hold of plums.
ReplyDeleteI also love that warmth and aroma from baking, really cosy and comforting.
Kylie
It's a fun one, Kylie. The flavors blend really nicely. I bet it would be good with apricots, too. It's so nice to smell something delicious in the oven when you walk in the door.
ReplyDeleteThe scent of baking always makes the home feel so warm and cozy. This welcome cooler weather is a pleasant reminder that Fall is nearing and it will be more comfortable to turn the oven on. It was so good to see you yesterday :)
ReplyDeleteHi Barbara, I so agree! I notice a huge difference in the temperature, especially in the mornings and evenings. Happy sock knitting...
ReplyDeleteOh, my....I made this very, very early this morning for a friend's special birthday lunch using some very ripe peaches and cardamom in place of the cinnamon. It is so beautiful and my tiny house smells like Vienna!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for lunch time to get here.
My friend is Scandinavian and I know she will go wild when I put it on the table.
Thank you so much for this easy and show-stopping dessert!
That's fantastic, Jill! Your version sounds delicious. I love how easy this recipe is. It sounds like you and your friend will have a wonderful time. Enjoy!
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