Streusel Plum Cake Recipe π°
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 10
Description:
Indulge in the delightful blend of sweet plums and aromatic cinnamon with this Streusel Plum Cake recipe. This low-fat treat isn’t overly sweet, making it perfect for those who prefer a healthier dessert option. You can even skip the glaze to keep it even lighter on calories. It’s a wonderful way to utilize fresh plums when they’re in season, and the absence of excessive sweetness makes it suitable for those with dietary restrictions, like diabetics.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar π
- 1/4 cup margarine, softened π§
- 2 eggs, separated π₯
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour πΎ
- 1 teaspoon baking powder π₯
- 1 cup 2% low-fat milk π₯
- 2 plums, halved and pitted π
- 1/2 cup brown sugar π§
- 2 tablespoons margarine, melted π§
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon π
- 1/4 cup icing sugar (optional, for glaze) π°
- 1 tablespoon milk (optional, for glaze) π₯
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for glaze) πΏ
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease a 9-inch square cake pan.
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Cream Sugar and Margarine: In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened margarine until fluffy.
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Incorporate Eggs: Beat in the egg yolks until well combined.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with baking powder.
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Alternate Mixing: Gradually beat the flour mixture into the sugar and margarine mixture, alternating with the 2% low-fat milk.
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Whip Egg Whites: In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, but ensure they are not dry.
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Fold in Egg Whites: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter until just combined.
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Prepare Plums: Halve and pit the plums, then arrange them evenly over the batter in the prepared cake pan.
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Create Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, melted margarine, and cinnamon to make the streusel topping.
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Top with Streusel: Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the arranged plums.
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Bake: Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a tester inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
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Optional Glaze: If desired, prepare the glaze by combining the icing sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake for added sweetness.
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Serve and Enjoy: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. This Streusel Plum Cake is best enjoyed warm with a cup of tea or coffee.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 277.3
- Fat: 7.2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Cholesterol: 38.2mg
- Sodium: 109.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 50.3g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 34.3g
- Protein: 4.2g
Recipe Notes:
- For a lighter version, omit the glaze.
- Substitute margarine with butter if desired.
- This cake can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
