Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of fresh plums with this classic American dessert. The moist cake base topped with juicy plums and a crumbly streusel topping is sure to impress your friends and family. Perfect for a summer gathering or a cozy evening at home.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 cups sliced plums
- 1/2 cup sugar for topping
- 1/2 cup flour for topping
- 1/4 cup butter for topping
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add milk, flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Spread the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange the sliced plums over the batter.
- In a separate bowl, mix together sugar, flour, and butter for the topping until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the topping over the plums.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Interesting Facts
Buckles are a traditional American dessert that dates back to the colonial era.
The name 'buckle' comes from the cake buckling as it rises and the fruit sinks into the batter.