Apricot cake is known for its light, tender texture and sweet flavor, topped with apricot jam and a crunchy almond crumble. It is easy to prepare using simple ingredients commonly found at home and can be served with tea or coffee.
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Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
A pinch of salt
½ cup softened butter
¼ cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk
6–8 tablespoons apricot jam
For the almond crumble:
½ cup flour
¾ cup ground almonds
¾ cup sugar
¼ cup cold butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Steps
1. To make the almond crumble, combine the flour, ground almonds, sugar and salt in a bowl. Add the cold butter and vanilla, then rub the ingredients together with your fingertips until you have a coarse, crumbly mixture. Set aside.
2. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy and light in color.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, continuing to beat, then add the vanilla.
4. Mix the flour with the baking powder, baking soda and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and gently stir until well combined.
5. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan, then spread the apricot jam over it, leaving a small gap around the edges.
6. Sprinkle the almond crumble evenly over the apricot jam to cover the surface.
7. Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the cake is cooked through and the almond crumble turns golden brown.
8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve with tea or coffee.
