Description
This homemade yogurt plum cake (one bowl) is dense and moist with a tender crumb. It has tangy flavors from full-fat yogurt and a gorgeous plum topping. It's an easy summer cake to use up any leftover stonefruit. Perfect for brunch or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
1/2 cup full fat-Greek yogurt or plain yogurt
1 cup white granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil or light olive oil
5-6 plums thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 8-inch round cake pan lightly, ensuring every nook and cranny is coated to prevent sticking. Line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the Greek yogurt, sugar, and eggs in a mixing bowl until they form a smooth and creamy mixture.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. This ensures that the eggs are fully incorporated, contributing to our cake's airy and fluffy texture.
- Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could result in a dense cake.
- Gradually pour in the canola oil or light olive oil, whisking gently as you go. Keep stirring until the mixture combines (when you pour in the oil, it looks like it is separating, like a science project gone wrong- don't panic! Keep stirring until all of the ingredients are combined).
- Once your batter is smooth and well combined, pour it into the prepared cake pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Arrange the thinly sliced plums on top of the batter in a decorative pattern. Feel free to get creative here – you can lay them out in circles or scatter them randomly for a rustic charm.
- Pop your masterpiece into the preheated oven and let it bake for about 30 -40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked to golden perfection, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the cake set and prevents it from breaking apart.
- Serve slices of this heavenly Yogurt Plum Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a dusting of icing sugar for extra indulgence.
Notes
Check for doneness: All ovens are different, so it is best to insert a toothpick into the center of the cake to check for doneness. The cake is ready if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs clinging to it. Don't overbake the cake.
Choose the right yogurt: Opt for full-fat Greek yogurt or plain yogurt for the best results. These varieties are thick and creamy, providing moisture to the cake.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Baking