Plum & Blackberry Upside Down Cake

Method

• Pre-heat the oven to 200C gas 6.
• Cream together the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
• Add the flour and the baking powder, mixing well.
• Stir in the almonds, then gradually add the beaten eggs, to form a cake batter, do not over mix or the sponge will be chewy.

• Heat a medium non-stick, oven-proof frying pan, over a medium heat.
• Add the sugar, and allow to begin to caramelise, then add the lemon juice.
• Add the plums cut side up and sprinkle over the blackberries.
• Immediately spoon the cake batter evenly over the plums and blackberries. 
• Place the pan into the hot oven, to cook for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and well risen.
• Once cooked remove from the oven and place a large plate on top.
• Invert quickly and safely, then leave to cool for 15 minutes before cutting and eating.
• Serve with vanilla ice cream or thick pouring cream.