Experience the magic of creating a tender, fruit-loaded cake in just minutes using only your stovetop! This remarkably simple plum cake requires no oven and delivers incredible results with minimal effort, making it the perfect solution for quick breakfasts or unexpected guests.
Ingredients
For the Cake Batter:
- 2 eggs
- 3 tbsp (45g) sugar (or 4-5 tbsp for sweeter taste)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tsp vanilla sugar (optional)
- 70g (5 tbsp) plain yogurt or kefir, room temperature
- 2.5 tbsp (37ml) odorless vegetable oil (or 40g melted butter)
- 180g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda (or 1 tsp baking powder)
For the Fruit Filling:
- 300g (12 medium) plums, halved and pitted
- 1 tbsp corn starch or potato starch
For Pan Preparation:
- Melted butter or vegetable oil for greasing
- Semolina for dusting
Instructions
Preparing the Batter
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat 2 eggs well. Add sugar, salt, and vanilla sugar (if using). Mix until sugar begins to dissolve.
- Add dairy and oil: Pour in room temperature yogurt or kefir and vegetable oil. Whisk everything together until well combined.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine flour and baking soda. Sift the flour mixture through a fine sieve for a fluffier texture.
- Combine batter: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, whisking continuously. The batter should have a thick, pancake-like consistency with no lumps. Let rest for 2 minutes.
Preparing the Fruit
- Prepare plums: Cut plums in half and remove pits. You can substitute with apples, apricots, or nectarines if preferred.
- Prevent soggy cake: Lightly sprinkle the plum halves with cornstarch to prevent them from releasing too much juice into the batter.
- Fold in fruit: Gently fold the starch-coated plums into the batter, mixing carefully to distribute evenly.
Cooking the Cake
- Prepare pan: Generously grease a 26cm (10-inch) frying pan with melted butter or oil. Sprinkle with semolina for extra insurance against sticking.
- Add batter: Pour the plum batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- First cooking phase: Cover with a lid and cook on the lowest heat setting for 17 minutes. The surface should become matte and firm when ready.
- Flip the cake: Place baking paper over the cake, then a plate that fits inside the pan. Quickly flip the entire pan to turn the cake over, then slide it back into the pan.
- Final cooking: Cook uncovered for another 7 minutes until the bottom becomes golden brown.
Recipe Information
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 24 minutes
Total Time: 34 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Equipment: 26cm (10-inch) frying pan with lid
Nutrition (per slice):
- Calories: 195
- Protein: 5g
- Carbs: 32g
- Fat: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
Health Benefits
This stovetop cake provides a healthier alternative to traditional baked desserts by using yogurt or kefir, which adds probiotics for digestive health and creates a tender crumb with less fat. Plums contribute vitamin C, dietary fiber, and antioxidants that support immune function and heart health. The simple ingredients and quick cooking method preserve more nutrients compared to longer baking times, while the fruit-to-batter ratio ensures you get substantial nutritional benefits from each slice.