Small fruits are ideal for this recipe, so I often choose damson plums. However, the cake is equally delicious with mirabelles. These fruits are cheaper and can be easily picked "in the wild" from ...

Pour half the batter into the buttered dish. Scatter the Mirabelle plums or damsons on top. (I leave the stones in, but you could de-stone them if you wish. If using cherries or greengages ...