Marian Burros's Original Plum Torte
Recipes Cakes Desserts Holidays
Description
Make your own iconic cake that has been reprinted over a dozed times in the NY Times. It's so special, it's perfect for holidays and any kind of celebration.
Ingredients
3/4 c. to 1 c. sugar
1/2 c. unsalted butter, softened
1 c. unbleached flour, sifted
1 . baking powder
pinch of salt, optional
2 eggs
24 halves pitted purple plums
sugar, lemon juice and cinnamon, for topping
whipped cream, for optional serving
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Cream the sugar and butter together in a bowl. Add the flour, baking powder, salt and eggs; beat well.
Spoon the batter into a greased spring-form pan of 8, 9 or 10 inches. Place the plum halves skin side up on top of the batter. Sprinkle lightly with sugar and lemon juice, depending on the sweetness of the fruit. Sprinkle with about 1 t. cinnamon, to taste.
Bake 40 minutes to 1 hour.
Remove from oven; let cool to lukewarm and serve plain or with whipped cream, if desired.
8 servings.
*You could also refrigerate or freeze, if desired. To serve it from frozen, defrost and reheat it briefly at 300 degrees.