"German apricot cake (Aprikosenkuchen) is a celebration of delicate, fragrant, seasonal apricots. Easy to make, easier to love...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup butter (softened)
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2/3 cup sugar
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1 tsp vanilla
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1 tsp almond extract ((optional))
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1 tsp lemon zest
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1/4 tsp salt
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4 large eggs
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1.5 cups flour ((see note))
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2 tsp baking powder ((see note))
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1/4 cup buttermilk
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1 lb apricots ((~12 small apricots) halved and pitted )
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sliced almonds ((optional))
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1/4 lb apricots ((~2 medium or 3 small) chopped )
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3 tbsp sugar
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1 tbsp water