Easy Plum Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 pound ripe plums, pitted and sliced

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 1 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the plum slices.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and fluffy
• Sweet and tart
• Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack

User Comments:

• "This cake is so easy to make and so delicious! The plums add a lovely sweetness and tartness."
• "I made this cake for my family and they loved it. It's a keeper recipe!"
• "This is the perfect cake for a summer party. It's light and refreshing."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to pit and slice the plums before adding them to the batter.
• If you don't have fresh plums, you can use frozen or canned plums instead.
• Serve the cake warm or cold, with whipped cream or ice cream.