Sweet and crumbly cake with a pleasing plum taste makes for a tea time treat that's as pretty as it is delicious.
The English know that
afternoon tea should be served with a light bite on the side. Made with the freshest stone fruit of the season and brightened with a hint of tart
lemon, this simple plum
cake recipe dainty flavours are the perfect companion for a spot of hot tea and a dollop of fresh cream. But careful, this ambrosial delight is so good, you’ll be tempted to eat it all yourself!
Ingredients- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 4 plums, pitted and halved