Spiced Plum Upside-Down Cake with Oats

Ingredients and Weight:

• 200g oats
• 150g all-purpose flour
• 100g brown sugar
• 50g spiced plums (fresh or dried)
• 4 eggs
• 100ml vegetable oil
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together brown sugar and eggs until smooth. Add vegetable oil and mix well.
4. Add the spiced plums to the dry mixture and mix lightly.
5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
6. Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by lining the bottom with parchment paper and greasing the sides.
7. Arrange the spiced plums on the bottom of the pan in a decorative pattern.
8. Pour the cake mixture over the plums.
9. Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

Nutritional Information: (per serving - assuming 8 servings)

• Calories: 350 kcal
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 3g (approx.)

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique combination of spiced plums and oats gives this cake a unique flavor profile.
• The cake is moist and has a dense texture due to the oats.
• The spiced plums provide a sweet and tart contrast, making it a perfect dessert for adults.

User Comments:

1. "This was an interesting combination of flavors. The spiced plums were a great addition."
2. "I loved the texture of the oats in the cake. It made it very moist and dense."
3. "The dessert was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor profile."
4. "The cake was easy to make and turned out perfect."
5. "A great dish for people who love both sweet and tart flavors."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh or high-quality dried spiced plums for best results.
• Adjust the spices (cinnamon and nutmeg) according to personal preference.
• Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before inverting onto a serving plate to ensure it doesn't fall apart.