Classic Plum Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a cake tin.

2. 2

   In a bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   Stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.

7. 7

   Gently fold in the plums.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. 10

    Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. 11

    Serve and enjoy your Classic Plum Cake.