Prune plums are not my favorite fruit; they're dull eaten out of hand. And their appearance in the market means that summer is coming to an end. Bake them into this torte, however, and they come into their own. Because they're firm, rather than juicy, they maintain their integrity, becoming soft little pillows of sweetness surrounded by cake. I don't know a better coffee cake.
Plum Perfection
Plum Perfection
Plum Perfection
Prune plums are not my favorite fruit; they're dull eaten out of hand. And their appearance in the market means that summer is coming to an end. Bake them into this torte, however, and they come into their own. Because they're firm, rather than juicy, they maintain their integrity, becoming soft little pillows of sweetness surrounded by cake. I don't know a better coffee cake.