LATE SUMMER PLUM CAKE
Gently spiced, this jammy plum cake celebrates the summer-into-fall season. Serve it as a brunch cake or for dessert topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-10
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Grease a 9-inch springform pan. (Alternatively, the cake may be made in a 9-inch cake pan or pie pan and served directly from the pan.)
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and salt.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or beaters, cream the butter and 1 cup of the sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla and beat on low speed until well combined. Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, and beat on low speed until smooth. (Note: the batter will be quite thick.)
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top with an offset spatula. Arrange the plums on top, skin side up, in a circular pattern so that they mostly cover the batter. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar over the plums.
- Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, until golden on top and set in the center.
- When the cake is hot out of the oven, run a knife around the edges of the pan and then remove the springform edge, leaving the base in place (if using a springform pan). Let the cake cool on a rack completely. Slice and serve with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
- Note: This cake keeps well, loosely covered at room temperature, for several days.
- Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The cake can be frozen for up to 3 months. After it is completely cooled, double-wrap it securely with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap, or place it in heavy-duty freezer bag. Thaw overnight on the countertop before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344, Fat 13g, Carbohydrate 54g, Protein 4g, SaturatedFat 8g, Sugar 35g, Fiber 2g, Sodium 231mg, Cholesterol 55mg
ALMOND ICE
This refreshing fruit salad recipe with a wonderful twist comes from Hawaii. It's a conversation piece as well...great for parties and potlucks. The Almond Ice will have everyone guessing why these 'ice cubes' don't melt!! Hint: Avoid citrus fruits so the gelatin remains firm.
Provided by Sadie
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Time 4h15m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Soften gelatin in 1 cup cold water. Add 2 1/4 cups boiling water and sugar. Stir until thoroughly dissolved. Add 3 cups cold water and the almond extract. Mix well.
- Pour gelatin mixture into a 9x13 inch pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Cut into 1 inch squares and serve in a bowl with cut fruits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 15.6 g
PLUM, RED GRAPE AND ALMOND SMOOTHIE
I decided to combine red grapes and plums here because of how well plums and wine go together in desserts. (I wasn't about to attempt a red wine smoothie, but I hope this recipe inspires some daring mixologists.)
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, shakes and smoothies
Yield One serving
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until frothy, about one minute.
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