Zwetschgenkuchen (German plum cake)
A tender buttery base topped with rows of plums that bake down juicy and tart. A German autumn favourite.
- Time1 hr 10
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.35 a head
- Oven180°C (160°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Grease and line a 20 x 30 cm tin with baking paper.
- 2
Mix the flour, baking powder and caster sugar. Rub in the butter to fine crumbs, then stir in the egg, milk and vanilla to make a soft dough.
- 3
Press the dough into the tin, going a little way up the sides. Chill for 10 minutes.
10 min - 4
Arrange the plums, cut side up, in tight rows on the dough. Mix the brown sugar with the cinnamon and sprinkle over the top.
- 5
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the base is golden and the plum juices are bubbling.
43 min 20 s - 6
Cool in the tin. Cut into squares and serve with whipped cream.
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