Wholemeal oat plumcake

Name: Wholemeal oat plumcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Oat beverage ¾ cup; Rolled oats ¾ cup; Butter soft 5.3 oz; Egg yolks 2 tbsp; Baking powder 2 ¼ tsp; Brown sugar ½ cup; Type 1 flour 1.6 cups; Rolled oats to taste

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Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Serving: 6

PRESENTATION

Whole wheat plum cake—gotta say, it's like Italian comfort right on your breakfast table. Really. It's known for its soft and moist crumb, all thanks to whole wheat flour mixed with oats. In many parts of Italy, people just love this kind of healthy plum cake recipe in the morning. It’s homey and energizing, you know? The oat milk keeps it light, ensuring each slice is tender without feeling heavy. Oat flakes are scattered throughout—so rustic, like an old-school, homemade plum cake your grandma might have made. And some Italians? They like to throw in hazelnuts for that nutty bite. Super tasty. No fancy technique here—just mix with a whisk, and it's ready for the oven.

Taste-wise, the oatmeal plum cake is just slightly sweet. Not overly sugary, which lets the grains really shine with a hearty flavor that feels so so nostalgic. The oats? They give a subtle crispy edge after baking, adding texture that pairs perfectly with your morning coffee or tea. Plus, compared to regular cakes, this whole wheat plum cake feels down-to-earth. You can eat it and feel good. No question. Whole grain baking is super popular in northern and central Italy, where folks appreciate a healthy cake recipe that’s honest and simple. Each bite brings memories of cozy kitchens and family breakfasts. For real.

And listen, whether you add hazelnuts or not, it’s a nutritious dessert you’ll want in your weekly rotation. Seriously good. It’s like needing a boost but still craving something golden and homemade. Can't go wrong. Plus, it’s an easy way to get whole grains into your diet, giving you energy without any guilt. Enjoy the really really good blend of textures and flavors that truly comes from the heart of Italian baking. Pretty much.

INGREDIENTS

Oat beverage ¾ cup (180 g)

Rolled oats ¾ cup (60 g)

Butter 5.3 oz (150 g) - soft

Egg yolks 2 tbsp (35 g)

Baking powder 2 ¼ tsp (10 g)

Brown sugar ½ cup (110 g)

Type 1 flour 1.6 cups (200 g)

to garnish: Rolled oats to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Wholemeal oat plumcake

To prepare the wholemeal oat plumcake, pour the softened butter 1 and brown sugar 2 into a bowl. Work the ingredients with electric beaters for about 1 minute 3.

Add the egg yolk 4 and work with the beaters for a few more seconds. Incorporate the flour 5 and baking powder 6.

Pour the oat beverage 7 and work with the beaters until you obtain a homogeneous mixture. Finally, add the oat flakes 8 and mix 9.

Butter and flour a 8x4 inch plumcake mold. Pour the mixture into the mold 10, distribute it evenly, and level it with the back of a spoon 11. Make a central cut with a knife previously dipped in melted butter 12.

Spread the oat flakes on the surface 13 14. Bake in a static oven at 356°F for 50 minutes. Remove from the oven, let it cool completely 15, and remove your wholemeal oat plumcake from the mold