This yogurt plum cake blends creamy yogurt with ripe plums for a moist, tender cake you’ll want to bake again and again. The recipe is made in one bowl, producing a melt-in-your-mouth treat that works for breakfast, dessert, or an anytime snack.
If you like the idea of cake for breakfast, this yogurt plum cake will quickly become a favorite. It’s simple to prepare and yields a delightfully soft crumb. No stand mixer or extra equipment is required — the batter comes together in minutes and reliably bakes up moist every time. Maple syrup and plum slices provide natural sweetness, and you can easily swap the fruit to suit your tastes.
Table of Contents
- What You’ll Need
- Ingredient Substitutions & Additions
- Step By Step Instructions
- Storage Instructions
- Tips For Success
- Recipe FAQs
- Other Sweet Treats You’ll Love
- Easy Yogurt Plum Cake Recipe
What You’ll Need
Ingredients for a simple, one-bowl yogurt plum cake:
- Yogurt: Plain whole milk yogurt adds moisture and tenderness.
- Eggs: Bind the batter and give structure.
- Oil: Use a neutral oil (avocado, vegetable, or similar) for moistness.
- Maple Syrup: Natural sweetener that complements the fruit.
- Flour: All-purpose flour produces a light, bouncy crumb.
- Baking Powder: Leavening agent for rise.
- Salt: Balances and enhances flavor.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds warmth and depth.
- Plums: Fresh slices give sweet-tart pockets throughout the cake.
See the recipe card below for exact quantities.
Ingredient Substitutions & Additions
- Yogurt: Swap plain whole milk yogurt for dairy-free plain yogurt if needed. Avoid thick Greek yogurt as it changes texture.
- Flour: Use a gluten-free all-purpose blend to make this gluten-free; results may vary with other flours.
- Eggs: Replace with a liquid egg substitute if needed.
- Oil: Substitute melted butter in equal measure (cooled before adding).
- Maple Syrup: Honey is an easy swap (for children over 1 year).
- Plums: Replace with sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or peaches for different flavors.
Step By Step Instructions
STEP 1: Whisk the yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, oil, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
STEP 2: Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the same bowl and stir until just combined; a few small lumps are fine.
STEP 3: Thinly slice the plums and set aside.
STEP 4: Grease a round 8-inch cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
STEP 5: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Arrange the plum slices evenly over the batter; add more slices if you prefer extra fruit.
STEP 6: Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan; the surface will darken slightly as it cools.
Storage Instructions
Store cooled cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze wrapped slices in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 20–30 seconds until warm.
Tips For Success
- Avoid overmixing when combining wet and dry ingredients to prevent a dense crumb.
- Check the cake at 25 minutes; it may look pale but will deepen in color as it cools.
- For more plum pieces, pour half the batter, add plum slices, then pour the remaining batter and top with more plums.
- If you don’t have an 8-inch cake pan, an 8-inch brownie pan works as well; baking time is similar.
Recipe FAQs
Yes. For mini muffins bake about 15 minutes; for standard muffins bake about 20–23 minutes.
Absolutely. Sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or peaches are all great choices. You can also omit the fruit for a plain yogurt cake.
Any ripe plums will work. Darker varieties provide a richer color, while lighter-fleshed plums offer a milder flavor—both bake up beautifully.
Other Sweet Treats You’ll Love
Strawberry Cheesecake Roll-Ups
Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Muffins
Mini Chocolate Banana Brownie Muffins
Almond Flour Apple Cake (Smash Cake)
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Easy Yogurt Plum Cake
Ingredients
- ¾ cup plain whole milk yogurt
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup avocado oil, or another neutral oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 plums
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
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Whisk the yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
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Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
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Slice the plums thinly and set aside.
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Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
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Pour the batter into the pan, smooth the top, and arrange plum slices on the surface.
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Bake 25–30 minutes or until a knife inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan; the top will darken slightly as it cools.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; a few small lumps are fine and help keep the cake light.
- Begin checking for doneness at 25 minutes. The cake will darken slightly as it cools.
- For extra fruit throughout, layer batter and plum slices: half the batter, plums, then the remaining batter and more plums.
- If you lack an 8-inch cake pan, an 8-inch brownie pan is a suitable alternative.