Pflaumenkuchen(Zwetschgenkuchen)

Ingredients

• •3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• •2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• •3/4 cup lukewarm water
• •1/4 cup sugar
• •1/4 cup neutral oil
• •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• •2 pounds Italian prune plums, halved and pitted
• •2 tablespoons breadcrumbs or ground nuts
• •1 teaspoon cinnamon
• •2 tablespoons honey or sugar for finishing

Instructions

1. 1

   Stir the yeast into the lukewarm water with a spoonful of the sugar and let it bloom for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Mix the flour, remaining sugar, and salt in a bowl, then add the yeast mixture and oil to form a soft dough.

3. 3

   Knead until smooth, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

4. 4

   Roll or press the dough into a greased sheet pan or rectangular baking dish.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the surface lightly with breadcrumbs or ground nuts to absorb fruit juices.

6. 6

   Arrange the halved plums very closely over the dough, cut side up or slightly angled.

7. 7

   Dust with cinnamon and drizzle lightly with honey or sprinkle with sugar.

8. 8

   Bake at 375°F (190°C) until the dough is set and the plums are tender and slightly caramelized, 35 to 40 minutes.

9. 9

   Cool until warm or room temperature before cutting into squares.