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Plum Cake (Vegan)

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This vegan plum cake uses a simple, melt-in-your-mouth batter and a fragrant cinnamon crumb topping. Swapping oil for vegan butter adds richness and a deeper flavor that pairs beautifully with the tart sweetness of plums. The recipe below is tailored for a 26 cm springform pan but can be adapted to other sizes if needed.

Ingredients

  • 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 125 g granulated sugar
  • 1 packet vanilla sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 60 g vegan butter, melted
  • 180 ml plant-based milk (e.g., soy or oat milk)
  • 2 tsp apple sauce
  • A pinch of salt
  • 600–800 g plums, pitted and quartered
  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional, depending on plum sweetness)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Cinnamon Streusel:

  • 60 g all-purpose flour
  • 30 g sugar
  • 30 g vegan butter, cold or slightly cold
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Optional: a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for extra warmth

Instructions


Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) with conventional bake.

Prepare the pan: Grease the springform or line with parchment paper.

Make the batter:

  • In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, vanilla sugar, baking powder, and salt (if using).
  • Add the melted vegan butter and apple sauce and stir briefly to combine.
  • Add the plant-based milk and mix quickly to a smooth batter.
  • Pour the batter into the pan and spread evenly to create a smooth surface.

Prepare the filling:

  • Toss plums with lemon juice and, if desired, sugar.
  • Distribute the plum halves evenly over the batter.

Prepare the cinnamon streusel:

  • In a bowl, rub together flour, sugar, cinnamon, and vegan butter with fingers or a fork until crumbly. The mixture should hold together in clumps.
  • Crumble evenly over the plums.

Bake:

  • Bake for about 60 minutes, until the cake is set and the top is lightly golden.
  • Do a toothpick test: if it comes out clean, the cake is done.

Cool completely and optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Tips

  • If the batter seems a bit thick after adding the melted vegan butter, whisk in 1–2 extra tablespoons of plant-based milk.
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter or some lemon zest.
  • Other fruit options: apricots, peaches, or apples can replace plums.