Imagine biting into a slice of warm, fragrant plum cake with crispy crumble and a hint of cinnamon—a true treat for cozy afternoons. Our plum crumble cake is perfect for anyone who loves baking and wants to discover new flavors. With sweet plums, crispy crumble, and a hint of cinnamon, you'll conjure up an unforgettable taste experience.

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking: 45 minutes
Total time: 115 minutes

Ingredients for 1 baking tray (approx. 20x30 cm):

- For degreasing:
- Butter
- For the cake:
- 750 g plums
- 250 g butter (soft)
- 250 g sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon powder
- 2 tbsp vanilla sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp cream
- 300 g flour
- 150 g ground, peeled almonds
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Icing sugar for dusting

Preparation:

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C top and bottom heat.
- Grease a deep baking tray or baking tin (approx. 20x30 cm) with butter.

2. Prepare the plums:
- Wash the plums, remove the stones and cut into wedges.

Prepare the dough and crumble:

1. Butter-sugar mixture:
- Beat the soft butter with the sugar, salt, cinnamon and vanilla sugar until creamy.
- Stir in the egg and cream.

2. Prepare the crumble:
- Mix the flour with the ground almonds and baking powder.
- Sprinkle the flour mixture over the butter and sugar mixture and mix everything into crumbs.

Assemble and bake the cake:

1. Floor and covering:
- Fill the prepared pan with about 2/3 of the crumbles and press them into the bottom, forming a small rim.
- Spread the plums evenly on top and cover with the remaining crumbles.

2. Baking:
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool.

3. Decorate:
- Dust with powdered sugar and cut into pieces before serving.

Tips & Variations:

- Alternative preparation: Try this recipe with other fruits, such as apples, pears, or berries. Each fruit gives the cake its own unique character.
- Seasonal adjustments: In summer, fresh strawberries or rhubarb taste particularly good, while in winter, apples and cinnamon harmonize perfectly.
- Using leftovers: If you have any leftovers, the cake still tastes great the next day. You can warm it up quickly in the microwave or enjoy it cold.
- Side dishes: Serve the cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra dose of enjoyment.

Serving suggestion:

Present the plum crumble cake in a stylish Springlane tart tin, which makes baking and serving both easy. The beautiful shape and attractive design of the Springlane tart tin make the cake a real eye-catcher on any coffee table. Decorate the cake with a few fresh plum slices and a sprig of mint for a particularly appealing look. A cup of freshly brewed coffee or a delicate herbal tea perfectly rounds off the taste experience.

Conclusion:

Our plum crumble cake is not only a culinary delight, but also a visual highlight. Thanks to the high-quality tart pan from Springlane, this recipe is effortless and brings joy to the kitchen.
Try this recipe and be enchanted by the combination of sweet plums, crispy crumbles and the delicate scent of cinnamon.

Enjoy your meal and have fun baking!