Cake with dried plums and nuts

Name: Cake with dried plums and nuts
Ingredients: Base: 100g soft butter (at room temperature); 4 egg yolks; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda dissolved in lemon juice; 200g flour (or as needed). Cream: 1/2 kg dried plums; 300g soft butter; 1 cup sugar; 500g sour cream + 1/2 cup sugar. Meringue: 4 egg whites; 1/2 cup sugar.

Dessert - Cake with dried plums and nuts by Margareta I. - Recipia

Dried Plum and Walnut Cake – a delicacy that will delight your senses and remind you of the most beautiful moments spent with your loved ones. This recipe, which I received from an extremely special person, is a true culinary treasure. With a fluffy base, a rich plum cream, and a light and crispy meringue, the cake becomes the 'princess of desserts' on any occasion. Let’s begin our culinary journey! Preparation time: 30 minutes Baking time: 30 minutes Total time: 1 hour Number of servings: 12 ### Ingredients For the base: - 100 g soft butter (at room temperature) - 4 egg yolks - 1 cup sugar (about 200 g) - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda quenched with lemon juice - 200 g flour (or as needed) For the cream: - 500 g dried plums (pitted) - 300 g soft butter - 1 cup sugar (about 200 g) - 500 g sour cream - 1/2 cup sugar For the meringue: - 4 egg whites - 1/2 cup sugar (about 100 g) ### Instructions 1. Preparing the base: - In a large bowl, mix the soft butter with the sugar and egg yolks using a mixer. Continue mixing until you obtain a smooth and creamy mixture. - Add the baking soda quenched with lemon juice and the flour gradually, mixing until an elastic dough forms. If necessary, you can add a little more flour to achieve the desired consistency. - Divide the dough into three equal parts and roll each part out on a sheet of parchment paper, forming three round sheets. Make sure the sheets are thin but not too fragile, so they can be easily handled. - Bake each sheet in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 8-10 minutes, until they become slightly golden. Be careful not to burn them! 2. Preparing the meringue: - While the sheets are baking, prepare the meringue. Beat the egg whites with a mixer until foamy. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to mix until you achieve a firm and glossy meringue. - If you prefer, you can add a few drops of lemon juice to improve the meringue's texture. 3. Preparing the cream: - Place the dried plums in a blender and blend well. Then, add the butter, sugar, and sour cream, continuing to blend until you obtain a smooth and consistent cream. Finally, fold in the ground walnuts for added flavor. - Helpful tips: If the plums have pits, make sure to remove them before using. To clean dried plums from any residues, use lemon juice – this will prevent your hands from darkening. 4. Assembling the cake: - After the sheets have cooled, take the first sheet and spread a portion of the cream evenly over it. Then, repeat the process with the second sheet. - If you opted for my version, place the meringue on the third sheet and decorate as desired. Put the sheet with meringue in the oven for 2-3 minutes until it becomes slightly golden and crispy. - Let the cake cool for 2 hours in the refrigerator for the flavors to blend perfectly. 5. Serving: - Cut the cake into squares or triangles and serve it with a vanilla sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious contrast. ### Possible Variations - You can replace the plums with dried apricots or dates for a different taste experience. - Add a splash of rum or vanilla extract to the cream for an extra flavor boost. This dried plum and walnut cake is not just a dessert, but a true declaration of love for your loved ones. Try this simple and quick recipe and let yourself be carried away by its unique taste!

Cake with dried plums and nuts

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