Plum perfection! 7 brilliant reader recipes – from spicy chicken to almond cake

The juicy fruit is newly in season and delicious in both savoury and sweet dishes. Here are some tried and tested delights

This is a cake made using the traditions of Italy. Sharp plums or damsons are placed atop a simple almond and polenta cake. Flourless and dairy-free, it is not intentionally health conscious; it just ends up being delicious this way. It will stay fresh for three days if wrapped in foil.