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Zwetschgendatschi (German Plum Sheet Cake)

Zwetschgendatschi (German Plum Sheet Cake)

Prep: 30 minsCook: 30 mins

Prep

30 mins

Cook

30 mins

Servings

16

Difficulty

Medium

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There's something wonderfully special about this German plum sheet cake that makes me return to it every late summer when the markets overflow with fresh plums. Zwetschgendatschi comes together quickly, taking just an hour from start to table, which is perfect when you want homemade dessert without fussing all day. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity, too, since you simply spread a buttery cake batter on a sheet pan, arrange halved plums on top, and let the oven do the work. Beyond being delicious and easy, those Italian prune plums are packed with fiber and antioxidants that make this indulgence feel a bit more virtuous. The combination of vanilla, cinnamon, and juicy fruit creates something utterly comforting that tastes far more impressive than the minimal effort requires.

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