Polish Plum Cake (Placek ze Sliwkami)

Polish Plum Cake, known as Placek ze Sliwkami, stands as a testament to Poland's culinary heritage, deeply intertwined with the country's seasonal abundance of plums. This beloved dessert has been cherished for generations, representing a delightful blend of simplicity and rich flavors.

Ingredients for Polish Plum Cake (Placek ze Sliwkami):

Plums
Flour
Sugar
Butter or oil for the dough

How to Make Polish Plum Cake (Placek ze Sliwkami):

Begin by preparing a simple dough using flour, sugar, and butter or oil, creating a soft, pliable base.
Roll out the dough and place it on a baking sheet, allowing it to form the base of the cake.
Arrange halved plums on top of the dough, pressing them slightly into the surface.
Optionally, sprinkle sugar or cinnamon over the plums for added sweetness and flavor.
Bake the cake until golden brown, allowing the plums to caramelize and the dough to achieve a delightful crispness.

Different Approaches to Making Polish Plum Cake (Placek ze Sliwkami):

Variations in making Placek ze Sliwkami often involve adapting the dough, where some recipes may use yeast to create a fluffier texture, while others prefer a denser, more biscuit-like base. Some bakers might also add ground nuts or breadcrumbs to the dough for added richness and texture.

The ideal way to make Polish Plum Cake lies in the balance between the sweet, tart flavor of the plums and the texture of the dough. Whether served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or enjoyed as a delightful afternoon treat, Placek ze Sliwkami encapsulates the essence of Polish baking traditions and the seasonal bounty of fresh plums.

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Polish Plum Cake (Placek ze Sliwkami)



"Polish Plum Cake, or 'Placek ze Sliwkami,' embodies Poland's culinary heritage with a delightful blend of plums atop a tender, golden crust."

Prep: 20 mins

Cook: 40 mins

Serves: 12

Ingredients

For the Cake:

2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup (4 ounces) unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup milk
2 large eggs, room temperature
10 medium fresh plums (any variety), halved, pitted, and quartered

For the Streusel Topping:

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Instructions

1.Gather the cake ingredients.

2.Preheat the oven to 350 F. Lightly coat a 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

3.In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and 3/4 cup of sugar.

4.Add the room-temperature butter, milk, and eggs. Beat with a hand mixer at medium speed for 4 minutes or until all of the ingredients combine.

5.Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Position the plum halves on top, cut side up, pushing them down slightly into the batter.

6.Gather the topping ingredients.

7.Cut the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and the cloves into 3 tablespoons of cold butter until crumbs form.

8.Sprinkle it over the plums.

9.Bake the cake on the center oven rack for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in several places comes out clean.

10.Let the cake cool in the pan to absorb the juice from the plums, resulting in an especially moist cake with intense plum flavor throughout.

11.Sprinkle the top with confectioners' sugar, if desired, and cut the cake into 12 squares.

Notes

*Cloves impart a strong flavor to the cake. You can substitute ground cinnamon, allspice, or nutmeg if you prefer.
*To increase the sweetness, drizzle a glaze made of 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract onto the cooled cake. Replace the vanilla extract with fresh lemon juice for a tart glaze that would pair well with berries.
*Sprinkle crushed almonds or walnuts onto the streusel topping before you bake the cake.





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