In this recipe, we pile them under acardamom-flavored batter, which accentuates the sweet and tart fruit nicely.

Coat a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray.

Transfer mixture to prepared pan; spread in an even layer.

Southern Living Plum Upside Down Cake sliced and ready to serve

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Top evenly with sliced plums.

Sift in the flour, baking powder, and cardamom.

Gently fold flour mixture into sour cream mixture using a spatula until just combined.

Spread batter over plums in an even layer.

Let cool in pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes.

Place a cake plate on top of pan; invert cake onto plate.

Serve warm or at room temperature.