Jamie Oliver Upside Down Plum Cake

Jamie Oliver Upside Down Plum Cake is made with plums, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice), and butter. This easy Upside Down Plum Cake recipe creates a tasty dessert that takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.

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• Jamie Oliver Flourless Chocolate Cake
• Jamie Oliver Peanut Butter Biscuits
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 💜 Why You’ll Love This Upside Down Plum Cake:

• It Looks Amazing: When you turn this cake upside down to serve, the beautiful plums on top make it look very special.
• Tastes Great: The sweet plums mix with the brown sugar to taste a bit like caramel, and the spices make it even more delicious.
• You Can Serve It Many Ways: You can eat this cake warm or cold. It goes well with yogurt, cream, or ice cream, so everyone can enjoy it how they like it.
• Fun to Make: This cake is easy and fun to make, whether you’re new to baking or have been doing it for a while.
• Great for Plum Season: This cake is perfect when plums are in season. Using fresh plums makes the cake taste really good and helps local farmers.

Jamie Oliver Upside Down Plum Cake Ingredients

• 8 medium plums, pitted and sliced 1 cm thick (approximately 17.6 oz or 500g)
• 1 oz (30g) butter, melted (for the base)
• ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar
• 2 cups (256g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• ¼ tsp ground allspice
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 cup (200g) white sugar (for the batter)
• 1 egg
• 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 3½ oz (100g) butter, melted (for the batter)

How To Make Jamie Oliver Upside Down Plum Cake?

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Set your oven to 340°F (170°C) fan bake. Take a cake pan and grease its sides with a bit of butter. Line the bottom with baking paper to prevent the cake from sticking. This makes it easier to remove the cake after baking.
2. Create the Plum Base: Pour the 1 oz of melted butter into the bottom of your cake pan, ensuring it covers the entire surface. Use a pastry brush to spread it up the sides of the pan. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the melted butter. This will caramelize and give a delicious flavor to the plums. Arrange the sliced plums on top of the sugar, covering the base completely.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. This combination of ingredients will add a lovely spice to the cake, complementing the sweetness of the plums.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of your dry ingredients. Pour in the 3½ oz of melted butter, and milk, and crack the egg into it. This method helps in mixing the wet ingredients thoroughly before combining them with the dry ingredients.
5. Form the Cake Batter: Gently fold the mixture together until it is just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake tough. Pour this batter over the plum and sugar layer in the cake pan, smoothing it out to cover the fruits evenly.
6. Bake the Cake: Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The exact time might vary depending on your oven and the size of your pan.
7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 30 minutes. This rest period helps the cake to set and makes it easier to turn out onto a wire rack. After it has cooled, turn the cake upside down so the plums are on top. Serve the cake slightly warm with a choice of yogurt, whipped cream, or warm ice cream.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Choose Sweet Plums: Make sure to use plums that are ripe and sweet. This makes your cake taste better and ensures the plums are soft.
• Prepare Your Pan Well: Always grease your cake pan and put baking paper at the bottom. This stops the cake from sticking and makes it easy to take out.
• Mix Just Right: When you mix the wet and dry ingredients, do it just until they’re combined. If you mix too much, your cake might get hard.
• Test if the Cake is Baked: Ovens can be different, so start checking if your cake is done at 40 minutes. It’s ready when a toothpick put in the middle comes out clean.
• Let the Cake Cool: After baking, let your cake cool in the pan for 30 minutes before you turn it out. This helps keep the cake together, especially the plum top.

☕ What To Serve With Upside Down Plum Cake?

Upside Down Plum Cake pairs well with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, custard, or Greek yogurt. It also can be served alongside fresh berries, a drizzle of honey, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, or a scoop of nutmeg-flavored gelato for a delicious dessert.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Upside Down Plum Cake?

• Refrigerate: Store the plum cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Ensure it’s completely cooled before storing to maintain its texture and flavor.
• Freeze: You can freeze the cake for up to 2 months. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil to protect it from freezer burn. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Upside Down Plum Cake?

• In The Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the slice or whole cake on an oven-safe dish and cover it with aluminum foil to keep the moisture in. Heat it for about 5-10 minutes or until it’s warm throughout.
• In The Microwave: Put a slice of the cake on a microwave-safe plate. Heat it on medium power for about 20-30 seconds. Check if it’s warm enough, and if not, heat for a few more seconds.

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Jamie Oliver Upside Down Plum Cake Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 270
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 40mg
• Sodium: 282mg
• Carbohydrates: 43g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 25g
• Protein: 4g