Plum Custard Kuchen
This German-inspired plum custard kuchen recipe features a simple cake as its base, combined with a mixture of plums and custard baked perfectly on top.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, and baking powder in a large bowl. Cut in butter with 2 knives or pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 2 tablespoons cream and 1 egg: press into the bottom of an ungreased 9-inch square pan. Place plums on top.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Meanwhile, beat ½ cup cream, ½ cup sugar, 1 egg, and vanilla together in a separate bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy: pour over plums. Bake in the oven until custard is set, 20 to 30 minutes more. Store in refrigerator.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (9 servings total)