Plum Cake

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.

4. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix well.

5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.

6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup of milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

8. Wash and pit 4-5 plums, then cut them into thin slices. Arrange the plum slices on top of the batter in a decorative pattern.

9. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar over the plum slices and cake batter.

10. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

11. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

12. Serve the plum cake slices on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!