**Plum Torte with Peeled Italian Plums: A Sweet and Rustic Italian Treat**
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italy with our exquisite Plum Torte, a traditional Italian pastry that showcases the sweet and juicy goodness of ripe plums. This rustic yet elegant dessert features a tender, buttery crust filled with a generous layer of peeled Italian plums, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, our step-by-step recipe guide will help you create this delectable torte with ease.
But that's not all! This article also includes a collection of additional plum recipes that will satisfy your cravings for this versatile fruit. From the classic Plum Jam, perfect for spreading on toast or using as a filling for pastries, to the refreshing Plum Sorbet, a delightful summer treat, you'll find a variety of recipes to suit every occasion. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Italy with our delectable Plum Torte and the array of tempting plum recipes waiting to be discovered.
ORIGINAL PLUM TORTE
The Times published Marian Burros's recipe for Plum Torte every September from 1983 until 1989, when the editors determined that enough was enough. The recipe was to be printed for the last time that year. "To counter anticipated protests," Ms. Burros wrote a few years later, "the recipe was printed in larger type than usual with a broken-line border around it to encourage clipping." It didn't help. The paper was flooded with angry letters. "The appearance of the recipe, like the torte itself, is bittersweet," wrote a reader in Tarrytown, N.Y. "Summer is leaving, fall is coming. That's what your annual recipe is all about. Don't be grumpy about it." We are not! And we pledge that every year, as summer gives way to fall, we will make sure that the recipe is easily available to one and all. The original 1983 recipe called for 1 cup sugar; the 1989 version reduced that to 3/4 cup. We give both options below. Here are five ways to adapt the torte.
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories breakfast, brunch, easy, weekday, times classics, dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cream the sugar and butter in a bowl. Add the flour, baking powder, salt and eggs and beat well.
- Spoon the batter into a springform pan of 8, 9 or 10 inches. Place the plum halves skin side up on top of the batter. Sprinkle lightly with sugar and lemon juice, depending on the sweetness of the fruit. Sprinkle with about 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, depending on how much you like cinnamon.
- Bake 1 hour, approximately. Remove and cool; refrigerate or freeze if desired. Or cool to lukewarm and serve plain or with whipped cream. (To serve a torte that was frozen, defrost and reheat it briefly at 300 degrees.)
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 350, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 63 milligrams, Sugar 42 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ITALIAN PLUM TART
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a 9-inch springform pan and place it on a sheet pan. Place the plums, tapioca, creme de cassis, and 3/4 cup of the sugar in a mixing bowl and stir to combine. Allow to sit for 15 minutes. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and remaining 1 cup of sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy. In a small bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. With the mixer on low, gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture until it forms small, dry crumbs. Add 1 tablespoon of cold water and continue to beat for about 30 seconds, until the mixture forms large, moist crumbs. Set aside 3/4 cup of the crumb mixture and pour the rest into the springform pan. With floured hands, lightly pat the dough evenly in the bottom of the pan and 1 inch up the sides. Arrange the plums in concentric circles on the crust. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly on top. Bake for 1 hour, until the fruit is bubbling and the crust is golden. Cool for 15 minutes, then remove the sides of the pan and serve warm or at room temperature.
PLUM TORTE
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories Cake Mixer Fruit Dessert Bake Plum Summer Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Arrange a rack in the lower third of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2. In an electric mixer, cream the 3/4 cup sugar and butter. Add the flour, baking powder, eggs, and salt and beat to mix well. Place in a 9- or 10-inch ungreased springform pan. Cover the top with the plums, skin side down. Mix the cinnamon with the remaining 1 or 2 tablespoons of sugar and sprinkle over the top.
- 3. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until the center tests done with a toothpick. Remove and cool to room temperature or serve warm. Serve plain or with vanilla ice cream.
Tips:
- Use ripe, juicy plums for the best flavor.
- Peel the plums before using them to remove the skin, which can be tough and bitter.
- If you don't have time to peel the plums, you can blanch them instead. To do this, bring a pot of water to a boil and then add the plums. Boil for 1-2 minutes, or until the skins start to split. Then, remove the plums from the pot and plunge them into a bowl of ice water. This will stop the cooking process and make it easy to peel the skins off.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the plums so that they don't bruise.
- Don't overmix the batter, or the torte will be tough.
- Bake the torte until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the torte cool completely before serving.
Conclusion:
Plum torte is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tart flavor, this torte is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you have a few ripe plums on hand, give this recipe a try.
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