Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 3 cups (360g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 3/4 cups (350g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/4 cup (30g)
- Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Vegetable oil: 1 cup (240ml)
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons (10ml)
- Pitted prunes: 1 cup (120g), chopped
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cocoa powder.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined. Fold in the chopped prunes.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful
- Aromatic with spices
- With a slightly sweet and tart prune flavor
- Perfect for special occasions or tea time
User Comments:
- "The perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a delicious cinnamon and nutmeg flavor."
- "The moist and fluffy texture melted in my mouth."
- "This cake was a hit at my brunch party."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- If you don't have a bundt pan, you can bake the cake in a 9x13 inch baking pan. Just adjust the baking time slightly.
