Perfectly Moist Plum Cake

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and lemon zest. Add the eggs and vanilla sugar, and whisk with a mixer for 4-5 minutes until light and frothy.

3. 3

   Add the melted butter and mix for another 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together, then add to the wet mixture. Mix until no lumps remain.

5. 5

   Brush the base of the cake pan with melted butter and drizzle with honey. Arrange thinly sliced plums in a circle to cover the base.

6. 6

   Gently pour the batter over the plums, spreading it evenly. Bake for 44-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

7. 7

   Let the cake cool for 15-20 minutes before cutting. Enjoy!