delicious plum upside down cake

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Recipe Intensity: Moderate

Ingredients:

For the topping:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 4-5 ripe plums, pitted and sliced

For the cake batter:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Make the Topping:
   • In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat.
   • Add 1/2 cup brown sugar and stir until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
   • Pour the sugar mixture into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
   • Arrange the plum slices on top of the sugar mixture in a circular pattern.
3. Prepare the Cake Batter:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
   • In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
4. Assemble and Bake:
   • Carefully spread the cake batter over the plums in the cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
   • Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
5. Invert the Cake:
   • Run a knife around the edges of the cake to loosen it from the pan.
   • Place a serving plate over the top of the cake pan and carefully invert the cake onto the plate. Remove the parchment paper.
6. Serve:
   • Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming recipe makes 8 servings):

• Calories: 320
• Total Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sodium: 170mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 28g
• Protein: 4g

Enjoy this delicious plum upside down cake, a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors with a moist, tender crumb!