Jamie Oliver Plum Upside Down Cake

Jamie Oliver’s Plum Upside Down Cake is one of the simplest and most tasty upside-down cake recipes. This moist and caramelized Plum Upside Down Cake is made with fresh plums, all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, brown sugar, and a blend of spices. It takes approximately 60 minutes to complete, from preparation to baking, and can serve up to 10 people.

This Italian Plum Upside Down Cake is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or even a drizzle of caramel sauce. Don’t forget to share your experience and leave feedback after trying this delicious cake!

Plum Upside Down Cake Ingredients

Topping (Plum Layer) Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
• ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
• 4-5 fresh plums (you’ll need enough plums to cover the bottom of an 8-inch pan, pitted and thinly sliced.)

Cake Ingredients:

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
• ⅓ cup light brown sugar packed
• 1 large egg at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ½ cup sour cream at room temperature (full-fat recommended)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt

How To Make Plum Upside Down Cake 

1. Preheat the Oven and Melt Butter: Set your oven to preheat at 325ºF (165ºC). In an 8-inch cake pan, place 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter and put it in the oven to melt.
2. Prepare the Plum Layer: Once the butter has melted, remove the pan from the oven. Spread 1/3 cup of packed brown sugar evenly over the melted butter. Arrange thinly sliced plums in slightly overlapping circles on top of the sugar layer.
3. Prepare the Batter: In a mixer, beat together room-temperature unsalted butter and packed light brown sugar until the mixture is fluffy. Add an egg to the mixture and beat until well combined. Follow this with sour cream and vanilla extract, beating until the mixture is smooth.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add sifted dry ingredients to the mixer while on a low-speed setting. Once all the dry ingredients are added, increase the mixer speed and beat until the batter is smooth. Be careful not to overbeat.
5. Assemble the Cake: Spoon the batter into the pan, spreading it gently and evenly over the arranged plums.
6. Bake the Cake: Bake the Plum Upside Down Cake in the preheated oven for about 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve: Allow the Plum Upside Down Cake to cool on a wire rack for 10 to 15 minutes. Run a knife along the edge of the pan and carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate. The cake can be served warm or at room temperature, with a side of lightly sweetened whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, if desired.

What To Serve With Plum Upside Down Cake

Plum Upside Down Cake pairs well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream. For an extra touch, you can also serve it with a side of fresh berries.

How Long Does Plum Upside Down Cake Last In The Fridge

When stored properly in the refrigerator, the Plum Upside Down Cake can last for up to 5 days. Make sure to cover it to keep it fresh.

Can I Freeze Plum Upside Down Cake

Yes, you can freeze the Plum Upside Down Cake. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

Plum Upside Down Cake Recipe Variations:

• Add Blueberries: To add blueberries to this Plum Upside Down Cake, sprinkle fresh blueberries among the plums before pouring in the batter.
• Add Peaches: To add peaches to this Plum Upside Down Cake, replace half of the plums with thinly sliced peaches when arranging the fruit layer.
• Add Yogurt: To add yogurt to this Plum Upside Down Cake, substitute half of the sour cream with plain yogurt for a tangy flavor and extra moisture.
• Make it Vegan: To make this Plum Upside Down Cake vegan, replace the butter with vegan butter, the egg with a flax egg, and the sour cream with dairy-free yogurt.
• Make it Gluten-Free: To make this Plum Upside Down Cake gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum instead of all-purpose flour.
• Add Apples: To add apples to this Plum Upside Down Cake, use half thinly sliced apples and half plums when arranging the fruit layer.

How To Make This Plum Upside Down Cake With A Cake Mix

To make this plum upside down cake with a cake mix, replace the flour, baking soda, and spices with a vanilla or yellow cake mix. Follow the mix instructions for additional ingredients. Prepare the plum layer as usual, then add the cake mix batter. Bake according to the mix instructions, but start checking for doneness around the minimum suggested time.

Plum Upside Down Cake Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 234 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
• Monounsaturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 49mg
• Sodium: 134mg
• Potassium: 102mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 17g

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