Step into the world of autumnal indulgence with our Skillet Plum Upside-Down Cake! This classic dessert is made with fresh plums and is sure to leave your taste buds tantalized. The use of a cast-iron skillet not only adds an element of rustic charm but also ensures that the cake is cooked to perfection. The contrast of the sweet, caramelized plums with the moist and fluffy cake is a match made in heaven. Perfect for family get-togethers or as a special treat, this recipe is sure to be a hit.
Contents
Pro tips for preparing Skillet Plum Upside-Down Cake:
- Use a ripe but firm plum for the best taste and texture.
- To ensure even cooking, arrange the plum halves in a single layer and not on top of each other.
- To make the cake extra moist, brush the plums with melted butter before arranging them in the skillet.
- Experiment with different extracts, such as vanilla or almond, to add a unique flavor to the cake.
- To add a crunchy texture, sprinkle some chopped nuts on top of the batter before baking.
- For a decadent twist, serve the cake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
How does this dish taste?
The Skillet Plum Upside-Down Cake has a moist and fluffy texture, with a rich, buttery, and slightly caramelized flavor from the brown sugar and plums. The plums add a fresh sweetness and a slight tartness to the cake, while the lemon extract adds a bright and zesty touch. The cake is not overly sweet and has a comforting and warm taste that makes it perfect for autumn and winter desserts. The use of a cast-iron skillet also adds a rustic and homemade touch to the dish, making it perfect for serving at family gatherings or dinner parties.
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Skillet Plum Upside-Down Cake
Ingredients
- Non-Stick Cooking Spray
- ⅓ cup butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 lb medium plum pitted and halved
- 2 large eggs
- ⅔ cup white sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup hot water
- ½ tsp lemon extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 °F.
- In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, melt the butter over medium-lowheat and remove from the heat.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over butter evenly.
- Arrange the plum halves over sugar in a single layer, cut sidedown. Set aside.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder and salt.
- In another large bowl, add the eggs and beat until thick andlemon-colored.
- Slowly add the sugar and beat well.
- Add the flour mixture and mix well.
- Add the water and lemon extract and beat until well combined.
- Place the flour mixture over plums evenly.
- Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted inthe center comes out clean.
- Remove the skillet from oven and place onto a wire rack to coolfor at least 15 minutes.
- Cut the cake into the desired-sized slices and serve.
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