apricot stack cake

Indianapolis, IN
Updated on May 2, 2013

With summer coming what could be more refreshing than a light cake with six layers of juicy apricots? Mmm, pass the whipped cream! Recipe & photo: bhg.com

prep time 40 Min
cook time
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 oz.ea.) apricot halves in light syrup
  • 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons finely shredded lime peel
  • 2 - eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted butter
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • - fresh or canned apricots, quartered

How To Make apricot stack cake

  • Step 1
    For apricot filling, drain the juice from 2 cans apricots and place in a small saucepan. Set apricot halves aside. Bring drained syrup to boiling, remove from heat. Add dried apricots. Let stand 15 minutes to soften. Drain and discard liquid.
  • Step 2
    In a food processor or blender combine the dried apricot halves and the softened dried apricots. Cover and process or blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in the honey and lime peel; set aside.
  • Step 3
    In a large bowl whisk together eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter until combined. Add flour, almond flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
  • Step 4
    Pour about 1/2 cup batter onto a hot, lightly greased griddle or heavy skillet. Spread batter to a 7-1/2- to 8-inch circle. Cook over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, turning cake when surface is bubbly and edges are slightly dry. Cook cake 1 minute more until golden brown.
  • Step 5
    Place cake in an 8-inch springform pan. Top with 1/3 to 1/2 cup of apricot filling. Repeat with remaining batter and filling, finishing with apricot filling on top. Yields 6 or 7 layers. Cover and chill 2 hours or overnight.
  • Step 6
    To serve, top with whipped cream, sprinkle with lime peel, and drizzle with honey. Top with apricots, if desired.

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Category: Cakes
Keyword: #Refreshing
Keyword: #nutty
Keyword: #juicy
Ingredient: Fruit
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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