ZWETSCHGENKUCHEN (GERMAN PLUM CAKE)

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While looking for traditional German desserts that DO NOT take yeast, I found this gem. Perfect for a late summer evening when the plums are ripe. Recipe: www.joyofkosher.com Photo: http://schulmeister.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 c butter
1/2 c sugar
2 eggs
1 c all purpose flour
1 Tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp almond extract
1 large bag purple italian plums
1/2 c sugar
1 tsp cinnamon

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the butter and 1/2 cup sugar. Add the eggs and continue mixing. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt and almond extract. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix well.
  • 2. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and pour the batter into it. Spread it out evenly.
  • 3. Slice the plums, removing the pit as you go. Layer the plum wedges on top of the batter in whatever pattern you choose.
  • 4. Mix together 1/2 cup sugar and the cinnamon and sprinkle it over the plums. Bake in a preheated 375-degree oven for 45 minutes. Serve with whipped cream.

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