Low Sodium Classic Plum Cake
Elevate your dessert game with this irresistible Low Sodium Classic Plum Cake, a lighter twist on a timeless favorite that's brimming with fresh, juicy plums and aromatic hints of cinnamon and lemon zest. Perfect for those seeking a low-sodium treat without compromising on flavor, this moist and buttery cake is topped with vibrant plum slices, which caramelize beautifully as they bake, creating a stunning presentation. Finished with a tangy lemon glaze, this show-stopping dessert is ideal for gatherings or as an indulgent snack with your afternoon coffee. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection in under an hour, this recipe is a celebration of wholesome ingredients and classic baking techniques. Meanwhile, its fresh fruit centerpiece and reduced salt content make it as wholesome as it is delightful. Whether you're embracing a low-sodium diet or simply craving a fruity classic, this plum cake is destined to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 medium-sized Fresh plums
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 125 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 100 milliliters Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.
Wash and slice the plums into quarters, removing the pits. Set them aside.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Add the ground cinnamon and lemon zest, and then mix well to combine.
In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix 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.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
Arrange the plum slices on top of the batter, pressing them down slightly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the glaze, mix together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Slice and serve the plum cake, enjoying each flavorful bite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2641 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.3 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.2 g | 336% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 658 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 876 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 368.6 g | 134% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1095 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
