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Apricot Almond Cake

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🍰 Enjoy a flavorful and moist dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
πŸŽ‰ This recipe is easy to follow and yields a delicious, crowd-pleasing treat.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

– 1 1/2 cups finely crushed graham crackers for crust

– 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt for crust

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted for crust

– 14-ounce can full-fat unsweetened coconut milk (use the coconut cream after chilling) for filling

– 8 to 9 fresh strawberries for filling

– 1 pound (approximately 450 grams) cream cheese softened for filling

– 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest for filling

– 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract for filling

– 3/4 cup powdered sugar for filling

– 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream for filling

– 1/4-ounce envelope unflavored powdered gelatin for filling

– 1 pound (about 450 grams) strawberries washed, hulled, and quartered for strawberry sauce

– Juice and 1 teaspoon zest from 1 navel orange for strawberry sauce

– 1/4 cup granulated sugar for strawberry sauce

– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for strawberry sauce

– 1/8 teaspoon coarse kosher salt for strawberry sauce

Instructions

1-Start by chilling the can of coconut milk overnight to separate the cream, then let it soften to room temperature for easy mixing. Preheat your oven to 325Β°F (163Β°C) and prepare an 8-inch springform pan by spraying it with a non-stick agent. Combine the crushed graham crackers with salt and melted butter, press the mixture into the pan’s bottom, and bake for 10 minutes before letting it cool completely for a tasty base.

2-Next, arrange halved strawberries around the sides of the pan to add visual appeal and fresh flavor. In a bowl, whisk 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream with the gelatin, let it stand for 5 minutes, then microwave briefly to dissolve it and strain if needed to ensure smoothness. Beat the softened cream cheese, coconut cream, orange zest, vanilla, and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating the heart of this no-bake delight.

3-Now, add the remaining 1 cup heavy whipping cream and beat until soft peaks form, then gently incorporate the gelatin mixture for a firm set. Pour the filling into the cooled crust, tap gently to settle any air bubbles, and refrigerate overnight to achieve the perfect texture. For the strawberry sauce, simmer the quartered strawberries with orange juice and zest, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the fruit softens and the sauce becomes syrupy, then cool and refrigerate it before serving. If you’re looking for more recipe ideas, check out our refreshing iced tea recipe for a complementary drink.

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Notes

πŸŽ‚ For a lighter texture, sift your flour before measuring.
πŸ₯š Make sure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing.
🌑️ Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake tender.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 28 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg