30-Minute Skillet Plum Cake Recipe

Name: 30-Minute Skillet Plum Cake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups (about 7 1/2 ounces) all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup (about 2 1/3 ounces) packed dark brown sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 stick (4 ounces) plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2/3 cup milk; 2 teaspoons orange zest; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 2 teaspoons pure almond extract; 3 ripe but firm black plums, seed discarded, thinly sliced into wedges; 2 teaspoons granulated sugar

Servings: persons

1
Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl; set aside.
2
Heat butter in a 10-inch round cast iron skillet over medium heat. Cook, swirling pan occasionally, until beginning to foam. Remove skillet from heat when foam settles and butter smells nutty, 5 to 7 minutes. Immediately remove from heat and transfer to medium bowl. Stir in orange zest. Whisk in milk, eggs, and almond extract.
3
Whisk brown butter/milk mixture into dry ingredients, stirring only until batter is smooth.
4
Grease skillet with remaining 1 tablespoon butter, then scrape batter into skillet. Top with sliced plums, skin side up, pressing gently into batter. Sprinkle with granulated sugar and bake until cake tester inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
5
Transfer skillet to cooling rack and cool cake about 15 minutes; serve warm. Cake may be served at room temperature.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups (about 7 1/2 ounces) all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup (about 2 1/3 ounces) packed dark brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 stick (4 ounces) plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, 30-Minute Skillet Plum Cake Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!