Plum Streusel Kuchen Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Germany with this delectable Plum Streusel Kuchen! This recipe, inspired by Cooking Light, features a buttery streusel topping and juicy plums nestled in a tender cake. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight treat, this Kuchen is surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Get ready to experience a taste of authentic German baking!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 60 mins

Calories 254.3 kcal

Protein 8g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Plum Streusel Kuchen

1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/6 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup softened margarine
1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 large egg
cooking spray, as needed
1 pound plums, pitted and sliced

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How to Make Plum Streusel Kuchen

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
Make the streusel topping: In a food processor, combine ⅓ cup flour, ½ cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Pulse 2-3 times.
With the food processor running, slowly add the oil and corn syrup through the feed tube until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Set the streusel topping aside.
Make the cake batter: In a food processor, combine 1 ⅓ cups flour, ⅓ cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pulse 2-3 times.
Add the softened margarine and process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Transfer the crumb mixture to a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, water, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and egg.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
Sprinkle half of the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
Arrange the sliced plums on top of the streusel in a circular pattern.
Sprinkle the remaining streusel topping evenly over the plums.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the Kuchen cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

95g

Fat

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Plum Streusel Kuchen?

Plum Streusel Kuchen takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Plum Streusel Kuchen?

Plum Streusel Kuchen has approximately 254.3 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Plum Streusel Kuchen?

The key ingredients for Plum Streusel Kuchen are All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Vegetable Oil, Light Corn Syrup, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.