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πŸ‘ This Apricot Almond Cake combines fresh fruit with a delightful nutty flavor for a wonderfully moist and flavorful treat.
🌰 Almond flour enriches the texture while complementing the natural sweetness of the apricots, making it perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

– 1 1/2 cups almond flour (155 grams) for a nutty base

– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (65 grams) to build the cake’s structure

– 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to enhance flavors

– 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom (optional) for a subtle spice

– 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder to help the cake rise

– 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams) to sweeten the mix

– 2 large eggs at room temperature to bind everything together

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened (8 tablespoons, 113 grams) for richness

– 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional) for extra nutty notes

– 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract for a warm flavor

– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt at room temperature (140 grams) for moisture

– 3 tablespoons sliced almonds for the topping

– 2 apricots cut into 1/4-inch slices for fresh fruit topping

Instructions

1-First, preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and prepare the cake pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2-In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and ground cardamom if you’re using it. This step ensures the dry ingredients mix evenly.

3-In another bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, softened unsalted butter, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and almond extract until creamy and smooth.

4-Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently to avoid overmixing and keep the batter light.

5-Gently fold in the sliced apricots to add fresh fruit bursts throughout the cake.

6-Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the sliced almonds on top for a crunchy finish.

7-Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let it cool before slicing.

8-For a final touch, dust with powdered sugar to enhance the apricot almond cake’s appearance and taste.

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Notes

🌟 Use room temperature ingredients to prevent the batter from curdling.
πŸ‘ Swap apricots for plums or peaches for a different fruity twist.
🌰 Almond flour is essential for the cake’s moist texture.
✨ Adding a bit of oil can help keep the cake moist up to a week.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Baking Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice