Viennese Plum Cake

Dive into the classic charm of a **Viennese Plum Cake**, a delightful treat that pairs buttery, tender cake with sweet-tart ripe plums in every bite. This rustic dessert is elevated with a sprinkle of warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, creating a beautifully aromatic and flavorful treat that's perfect for any occasion. Made with simple pantry staples like **all-purpose flour**, **eggs**, and **milk**, this recipe comes together in just an hour, including prep and bake time. As the plums bake, they soften and caramelize slightly, infusing the cake with their natural juices for a moist and luscious texture. Whether you serve it on its own, dusted with a light layer of powdered sugar, or take it up a notch with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this **traditional plum cake** is guaranteed to impress at weekend brunches, intimate gatherings, or as a comforting afternoon snack with coffee. Perfectly sized for eight servings, it’s the kind of timeless dessert that never goes out of style.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 125 grams unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 60 ml milk
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 500 grams ripe plums
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round springform pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

Step 5

Transfer the batter to the prepared springform pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Wash and halve the plums, removing the pits. Arrange the plum halves, cut side up, on top of the batter in a circular pattern. Slightly press them into the batter.

Step 7

Sprinkle the ground cinnamon evenly over the plums.

Step 8

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optional: Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 11

Slice and serve as-is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1217.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2881.7

Total Fat 122.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 654.4mg	0%
Sodium 1086.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 427.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 222.5g
Protein 45.2g	0%

Vitamin D 109.2IU	0%
Calcium 266.2mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1337.4mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 57.2%