Plum Crumbcake

Delight in the rustic charm of a homemade Plum Crumbcake, a perfect blend of tender cake, juicy plums, and a buttery cinnamon-sugar topping. This recipe captures the warm, comforting flavors of a classic crumb cake while showcasing the natural sweetness of ripe plums. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla, this cake is brought to life with layers of fresh plum slices—baked to soft, jammy perfection. The crumbly topping, spiced with cinnamon, adds irresistible texture and warmth. Whether served as a sweet breakfast treat, an elegant brunch centerpiece, or a satisfying dessert, this plum crumbcake is easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Don’t forget a dusting of powdered sugar for the perfect finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 4 whole Ripe plums
• 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

Wash and pit the plums, then slice them into thin wedges. Arrange the plum slices over the batter, slightly overlapping if needed.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the plums.

Step 8

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown and the plums should be soft.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optionally, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1234.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3692.8

Total Fat 160.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 774.1mg	0%
Sodium 2321.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 536.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 343.5g
Protein 45.0g	0%

Vitamin D 223.2IU	0%
Calcium 390.0mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1186.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.3%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 56.9%