End of Summer Plum Cake (Print Version)
A buttery vanilla cake studded with fresh plums and brightened with orange zest - the perfect farewell to summer's bounty.
# Ingredients:
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240g all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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225g unsalted butter
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250g granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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Zest of 1 orange
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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6-8 plums, pitted and quartered
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
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Grease a 10-inch cake pan with butter and dust with flour.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
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In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Scrape the bowl halfway through.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Add the orange zest and vanilla extract and stir to combine.
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Using a wide rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients until combined.
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Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pan and top with the plum slices. Bake at 175°C (350°F) for about 1 hour, or until a skewer inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
# Notes:
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This cake celebrates the late summer plum harvest with a tender butter cake base and juicy fruit topping.