Nut-Free Apricot Cake
Delightfully moist and bursting with fruity flavor, this Nut-Free Apricot Cake is a perfect treat for any occasion! Made with simple pantry staples and enriched with the natural sweetness of dried apricots and a luscious layer of apricot preserves, this cake offers a nut-free option that doesn't skimp on taste. With just 20 minutes of prep and a tender crumb that pairs beautifully with a morning coffee or afternoon tea, this easy-to-make dessert is an excellent choice for anyone with nut allergies or for those seeking a light, fruity confection. Serve it as a crowd-pleasing dessert or a nostalgic teatime treat—either way, it’s bound to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 1 cup Dried apricots, chopped
- 0.5 cup Apricot preserves
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 5
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 6
Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
Step 7
Fold in the chopped dried apricots.
Step 8
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 10
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Once the cake is cool, spread the apricot preserves over the top evenly.
Step 12
Slice and serve the Nut-Free Apricot Cake. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1188.8 grams (1188.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3525 |
| Total Fat 112.90g | 145% |
| Saturated Fat 66.50g | 333% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 647mg | 216% |
| Sodium 2123mg | 92% |
| Total Carbohydrate 595.10g | 216% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.20g | 69% |
| Total Sugars 390.10g | |
| Protein 48.40g | 97% |
| Vitamin D 161IU | 803% |
| Calcium 416mg | 32% |
| Iron 17mg | 93% |
| Potassium 2264mg | 48% |
Source of Calories