Vine Torte or Prune Cake

Indulge in the nostalgia of old-world baking with this Vine Torte, also known as Prune Cake. This richly spiced dessert features a base of tender, pureed prunes, enhanced by the warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. With a moist crumb thanks to creamy buttermilk and a perfect balance of sweetness from both granulated and brown sugars, every bite is as comforting as it is flavorful. Simple yet elegant, this cake is topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar, making it both a rustic treat and a beautiful centerpiece. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, this vine torte is a timeless dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of prunes while delivering warmth and depth in every slice.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup prunes
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 eggs
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon allspice
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine prunes and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes until the prunes are soft. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Step 3

Once cooled, puree the prunes and their liquid in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the prune puree and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar for garnish, if desired. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1538.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4188.0

Total Fat 117.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 829.8mg	0%
Sodium 2275.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 752.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 501.5g
Protein 54.6g	0%

Vitamin D 186.4IU	0%
Calcium 608.5mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 2593.7mg	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: 24.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 70.3%