Teresa's Recipes
Apricot Jam Cake
Experience a delightful symphony of sweet and tangy flavors with this moist and hearty Apricot Jam Cake. A cherished recipe dating back to the Victorian era, this cake is a beautiful blend of creamy butter, sweet apricot jam and a hint of vanilla. A dusting of powdered sugar creates a snow-kissed effect, making it not just a treat for your taste buds, but also a feast for your eyes.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup, for dusting Powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 cup Apricot jam
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup, softened Unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 375
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 65g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 40g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a little butter to grease a 9-inch round cake pan, then dust with flour, shaking out any excess.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the sifted flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Spread the apricot jam evenly over the batter.
- Carefully spread the remaining batter over the jam, ensuring the jam is fully covered.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Just before serving, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar.
Tips
- For a decorative touch, arrange a few sliced fresh apricots on top of the cake before dusting with powdered sugar. Alternatively, you could also drizzle a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk over the top.