Our Summer-Ready Apricot Crumble Cake is a divine creation that brings together the juiciness of fresh apricots with a delightful crumbly topping. This cake is not only visually appealing with its golden crumble but is also incredibly light and flavorful. Featuring a blend of room-temperature eggs, vanilla sugar, and a unique addition of Turkish yogurt, this cake balances moisture and texture exquisitely. Coconut adds a subtle tropical hint, enhancing the apricot's natural sweetness.
Why You'll Love This:
- Seasonal Delight: Utilizes summer’s fresh apricots, making it perfectly seasonal.
- Exquisite Texture: The crumbly topping adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft cake base.
- Light and Flavorful: Despite its richness, the cake remains light, making it a guilt-free indulgence for your sweet tooth.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is ideal for summer picnics, family gatherings, or as a splendid treat during afternoon tea. It’s also a fantastic choice for baking enthusiasts looking to showcase seasonal fruits in a delightful new way.
Decoration Tips:
- Dusting of Sugar: Once baked and slightly cooled, dust with powdered sugar for a sweet, professional finish.
- Apricot Garnish: Arrange some fresh apricot slices on top before baking for an artisanal look.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra luxurious experience.
- Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 3 eggs, room temperature
- 2 packets of vanilla sugar
- 1 cup sugar (200ml cup)
- Scant 1 cup sunflower oil (180ml)
- Scant 1 cup semi-skimmed milk (180ml)
- 2 heaping tablespoons Turkish yogurt
- 3 tablespoons grated coconut
- 1 packet baking powder
- 3 cups flour (200ml cup)
- 5 apricots, thinly sliced
- For the Crumble:
- 75g unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 10 tablespoons flour
- For the Cake:
- Instructions:
- In a large bowl, whip the eggs and sugar until fluffy.
- Sequentially mix in the milk, oil, yogurt, coconut, vanilla sugar, baking powder, and flour until well combined.
- Pour the batter into a 28cm cake mold.
- Arrange the apricot slices on top.
- For the crumble, combine sugar, flour, and butter with your fingertips until it forms small crumbs; sprinkle this evenly over the cake.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (338°F) until golden brown on top, about 45 minutes.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar after cooling.
Enjoy this luscious Apricot Crumble Cake, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!