Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors of summer with this Delicious Apricot Cake, a delightful dessert that showcases the fresh taste of apricots. This cake features a buttery base topped with halved apricots and a creamy custard-like layer, finished with a sprinkle of sliced almonds. It’s a perfect combination of fruitiness and creaminess, making it an irresistible treat for apricot lovers.
Why You’ll Love This: The apricots provide a lovely tartness that complements the sweet, creamy topping, while the buttery crust adds a delightful crunch. This cake is not overly sweet, allowing the natural flavors of the apricots to shine through. It’s a simple yet elegant dessert that’s sure to impress.
Perfect Occasion: This Apricot Cake is ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a delightful treat to enjoy on a lazy afternoon. It’s also great for a family dessert or as a sweet ending to a dinner party.
Recipe:
Ingredients: Cake Base:
- 500 g of apricots
- 100 g of butter
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 cup (small) of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 250 g (1.5 cups) of flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
Topping:
- 2 eggs
- 100 ml of milk
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- 2 heaping tablespoons of cornstarch
- 200 g of cream
- Sliced almonds for garnish
Preparation:
- Mix the cake base ingredients and knead into a dough. Line a 26 cm baking pan with parchment paper and press the dough into the pan.
- Place halved apricots on the dough.
- For the topping, mix eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cornstarch, and cream. Pour over the apricots.
- Bake at 175°C (347°F) for 35 minutes.
- Let the cake cool for 2-3 hours. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy this Delicious Apricot Cake, a perfect way to celebrate the flavors of summer!
