Simple Gluten-Free Plum Cake (Moist & Buttery)

This Gluten-Free Breakfast Plum Cake cake is all about, buttery crumb flavored with the warmth of cinnamon and vanilla. Fresh plums throughout the batter, baking down into juicy, jammy pockets that keep this coffee cake incredibly moist and tender.

The beauty of this recipe is that it is fuss-free, straightforward bake using basic pantry staples and fresh plums, letting you skip the complicated techniques.

Customize with Seasonal Fruit

While fresh plums are the star of this version, this batter works beautifully year-round with various fruits:

• Stone Fruits: Peaches, nectarines, apricots, or cherries.

• Autumn Orchard Fruit: Thinly sliced apples or pears.

• Summer Berries: Fresh blackberries, raspberries, or blueberries.

Optional Streusel Topping

This recipe keeps things beautifully simple with two layers: the golden, buttery sponge and the jammy fruit. It is exceptionally moist on its own, but if you prefer a traditional coffee-cake texture, you can easily toss together a quick cinnamon-sugar streusel to scatter over the plums before baking.

Recipe for cinnamon streusel topping. (optional)

1/3 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar.
1/4 cup sweet sorghum flour.
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans.
1/2 tsp. GF ground.
3 Tbsp. Cold butter.
Directions: Combine sugar, flour, nuts and cinnamon. Add cold butter, and using your fingers mix until crumbly and scatter over the cake before baking.

Simple Steps to Make Gluten-Free Breakfast Plum Cake

Prepare the Plums:

• • Toss plum wedges in coconut sugar and cinnamon.
  • Set aside for a few minutes to allow juices to release and prevent sogginess.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

• • Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl.

Cream Butter and Eggs:

• • In another bowl, cream butter with eggs and sugar.
  • Add milk and vanilla, then combine with dry ingredients.

Assemble the Cake:

• • Spread the batter into a cake pan.
  • Top with cinnamon-coated plum wedges.
  • If using a streusel topping, add it now.

Bake:

• • Once baked, the batter will rise around each cinnamon plum. SO GOOD!

Do you need more breakfast cake recipe inspirations? Check out our collection of gluten-free breakfast cakes.

Plum Cake Tips & Storage

Can I use frozen fruit instead of fresh?

You can easily swap in frozen fruit. Let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before adding it to the batter, and plan for a few extra minutes in the oven to account for the added moisture and cold.

Is this cake freezer-friendly?

Yes. Once the cake has cooled completely, store it in an airtight container or freezer bag. It stays fresh in the freezer for up to two months.

How should I store leftovers?

Keep the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain its moisture. It will stay delicious for up to five days.

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