Vienna Plum Cake : Low Carb : Gluten Free

British plums are in season from August to October, they are wonderfully versatile and can simply be eaten as they are or used in sweet late summer bakes. With a smooth, chalky skin and juicy flesh, this succulent British fruit is popular. They vary in colour from golden to purple, and popular varieties include Victoria and Marjorie Seedling.

So it is with plums in mind that I share this recipe for a low carb / Keto Vienna Plum Cake. It's a sweet and dense vanilla almond cake with tangy, juicy plums baked into the top, and yes, it's low carb and gluten free!

... and before the recipe a little more about the "Viennese plum cake." It is often referred to as Zwetschkenkuchen, and doesn't have a single, definitive origin story like the Sachertorte. It evolved from European traditions of using dried fruits and spices in festive cakes, and became associated with Vienna through its use of local plums, particularly the "Zwetschke" variety. While not a dish with a specific royal or historical origin, it's deeply rooted in Austrian culinary culture and is a popular treat, especially during plum season....

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Ingredients

Serves 8
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar substitute (for example Swerve)
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 1/2 cups almond flour
1/2 cup coconut flour
pinch of salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
4 small plums, pitted and halved (skin on)

Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees (F)
2. Cream the butter and sweetener together until smooth.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
4. Add the vanilla and almond extract and beat until combined.
5. Combine the almond flour, coconut flour, salt, baking powder, and xanthan gum in a small bowl and mix well.
6. Add the flour mixture to the butter/egg mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
7. Add the almond milk and blend well.
8. Spoon the batter into a well greased 8 x 12 pan (or equivalent) and spread evenly.
9. Place the plum halves (or slices) evenly over the top.
10. Bake on an upper rack of the oven at 375 degrees (F) for 35 – 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
11. Cut the cake into 8 pieces. Serve warm or cold... and enjoy 😋

Nutrition per serving 1/8th cake
Fat: 25g  Carbohydrates: 6g net  Protein: 9g

The above and more can be seen here

Need help with weight/measurement conversion see here
Read more about xanthan gum here

Read more about low carb and keto sweeteners/sugar substitutes here and here

You will find a variety of articles and recipe ideas within this blog, and not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use your meter. If you have any concerns about your health, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or health care team.

All the best Jan