A rich and moist custard cake layered with juicy, spiced plums and infused with warm spices—perfect for a cozy dessert or teatime treat.

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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Arrange the sliced plums over the batter in a circular pattern. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, whisk the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring just to a simmer, then remove from heat.
Pour the warm custard evenly over the baked cake while still hot. Let cool slightly before removing from the pan.
Serve warm or at room temperature.