Do you have a sweet tooth but shy away from sourdough? Fear not! This easy and quick recipe will show you that sourdough can be a breeze. With a soft, cinnamon- and lemon-scented cake base, a creamy cottage cheese filling, and juicy plums on top, this dessert is bound to win you over. Give it a try—you might just fall in love!
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 250 g Grandma’s Choice flour (perfect for sourdough)
- 150 ml milk
- 20 g fresh yeast
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 50 ml sunflower oil
- Rind of 1 untreated lemon
For the crumble:
- 50 g semi-coarse Grandma’s Choice flour
- 30 g softened butter
- 15 g sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the filling:
- 250 g full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 350 g fresh plums, pitted and quartered
Procedure
1. Prepare the sourdough:
Crumble the yeast into the milk, sprinkle with sugar, and add a little flour. Let it sit undisturbed for about 10 minutes until bubbles form and the mixture rises.
2. Make the dough:
Combine the sourdough with the remaining dough ingredients to create a soft, pliable dough. Roll it out into a thin sheet and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Mix the filling:
In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, egg, and vanilla sugar until smooth.
4. Prepare the crumble:
Mix the crumble ingredients in a bowl. Use your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Assemble the cake:
Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the dough. Arrange the plums on top and finish with a generous sprinkling of crumble.
6. Bake:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Bake the cake for about 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Final Tip
This cake is versatile! Swap the plums for apricots, cherries, or even apples for a delightful twist. If you’re using frozen fruit, let it thaw and drain well before adding it to the cake.
Enjoy this delicious homemade treat with a cup of tea or coffee!
