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Yogurt Plum Cake

By: Min Kwon | MJ and Hungryman
This Yogurt Plum Cake is light, moist, and naturally sweetened with honey – a wholesome treat you’ll love. Made with simple everyday ingredients and topped with juicy plums, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 10
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Equipment

Ingredients 

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup white whole wheat flour (180g)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (230g)
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter (see note)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2-3 ripe plums, sliced

Instructions 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, Greek yogurt, melted butter (or oil), maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients and add to the bowl with the wet ingredients.
  • Gently fold together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy. Gently fold in the lemon zest at the end to evenly distribute it through the batter.
  • Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan. Arrange the plum slices on top in a circular pattern.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Notes

    • Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture and even baking.
    • Feel free to swap out butter with 1/4 cup of avocado or olive oil.
    • Don’t overmix the batter—this helps keep the cake light and tender.
    • Check for doneness early if using honey or a dark pan.
    • Let the cake rest in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 240mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 260IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 1mg
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