Indulge your sweet cravings with our delightful Apricot Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a tantalizing treat that combines the tangy sweetness of apricots with the rich, creamy texture of cream cheese, all nestled within a moist and tender pound cake. This culinary masterpiece is a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to impress your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
But that's not all! This comprehensive article also features a collection of equally enticing recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and flavor desires. From the classic Southern Hummingbird Cake, bursting with pineapple, banana, and pecan goodness, to the decadent Chocolate Zucchini Cake, offering a moist and rich indulgence with a secret healthy twist, our curated selection promises something for everyone.
Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of pound cakes and beyond, exploring the nuances of each recipe and providing you with the guidance to recreate these delectable treats in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your baking journey, these recipes are meticulously explained and accompanied by helpful tips to ensure success.
APRICOT POUND CAKE
From potlucks and coffee breaks to gift-giving opportunities, it's hard to think of an occasion where this Apricot Pound Cake wouldn't be welcome.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Fruit Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Line 9x5-inch loaf pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides; spray with cooking spray. Combine flour and baking powder. Beat cream cheese, butter, granulated sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add eggs; mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in half the apricots.
- Pour into prepared pan; top with remaining apricots.
- Bake 35 min. Sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake 15 to 25 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 min. Use foil handles to transfer cake from pan to wire rack. Remove foil; cool cake completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 105 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g
APRICOT CHEESECAKE
I entertain frequently. My guests always expect me to create something new, a real showstopper! Here is my latest creation. Decorate with whipped cream just before serving.
Provided by Linda M. Malek
Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes
Time 8h48m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- Combine almond flour, brown sugar, and almonds in a bowl. Add melted butter; stir with a fork until the mixture resembles wet sand. Spread on the bottom of the parchment-lined pan.
- Combine apricots and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil and simmer until very soft, about 10 minutes. Drain; mash apricots into a pulp. Add amaretto; mix well. Sweeten with 1 teaspoon white sugar.
- Beat cream cheese, 3/4 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup sour cream, cornstarch, and 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract in a bowl using an electric mixer on low speed. Add eggs one at a time; mix well. Fold in 2 tablespoons of apricot pulp; reserve remainder for topping. Pour cheesecake batter into the pan, covering the crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are puffed and surface of cheesecake is firm except for a small spot in the center that will jiggle when the pan is gently shaken, about 45 minutes.
- Beat 1 1/2 cups sour cream, 3 tablespoons white sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract together until combined. Remove cheesecake from the hot oven; spoon topping over the surface and return cake to the oven for 8 minutes more.
- Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours. Top with remaining apricot pulp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Cholesterol 130.1 mg, Fat 38.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 221 mg, Sugar 31.3 g
APRICOT CREAM CHEESE BUNDT CAKE
When I took this cake to Church, everyone wanted the recipe...It's very moist, tender and delicious, and one of those cakes that's even better the next day. Hope you try it...I usually use golden raisins in this cake, but was out...either works...or, if you don't like raisins..leave em out and add more apricots. Recipe...
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325 degree F. Spray a bundt cake pan with non stick cooking spray. Set aside
- 2. In a saucepan, add water, apricots, raisins and 1/4 cup sugar. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Drain, set aside.
- 3. In a mixing bowl beat, cream butter, cream cheese and vanilla on high speed until fluffy.
- 4. Add 1 1/2 cups of sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- 5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well between each addition.
- 6. Sift the flour, remaining sugar and baking powder. Add this to the creamed mixture until well combined.
- 7. Fold in the raisins,apricots and nuts.
- 8. Pour batter into cake pan, spread evenly.
- 9. Bake for 50 - 70 minutes, until pick comes out clean and cake is golden. Mine took 55 minutes. Cool for 20 minutes, before removing from pan. I made a simple glaze from heating some apricot preserves with a small amount of water. Drizzle as you serve... Makes a prettier presentation. Enjoy!
APRICOT CHEESECAKE
Sweet-tart apricot jam is the perfect counterpoint to classic creamy cheesecake. Martha made this recipe on episode 613 of Martha Bakes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with a parchment round.
- Make the crust: Stir together graham-cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Press crumb mixture firmly onto bottom of pan. Bake until set, about 10 minutes. Transfer pan to wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the filling: Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Wrap the exterior of the springform pan with a double layer of foil. Set a kettle of water to boil. With an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese on medium speed until fluffy and smooth, about 3 minutes. Reduce to low speed; add sugar in a slow, steady stream. Add the salt and vanilla; beat until well combined. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each until just combined (do not over-mix). Pour the cream cheese filling over crust.
- Set springform pan inside a large, shallow roasting pan. Carefully pour boiling water into roasting pan to reach halfway up side of springform pan. Bake until cake is set but still slightly wobbly in center, about 75 minutes.
- Transfer springform pan to a wire rack and remove foil; let cool completely. Refrigerate, uncovered, at least 24 hours. Run a knife around edge of cake to loosen before unmolding.
- Make the topping: Sprinkle the gelatin over the water in a small bowl and let soften for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the apricot preserves over medium-low until warm, about 2 minutes. Add softened gelatin and stir to combine. Let cool slightly and then strain over cheesecake. Spread into an even layer and chill to set, about 2 hours.
APRICOT BRANDY POUND CAKE III
From my Grandfather's own kitchen creations. Uses lots of extracts and take time to prepare, but well worth it!!!
Provided by VTGIRL22
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Liqueur Dessert Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan. Mix together the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- Combine the sour cream, rum flavoring, orange extract, almond extract, lemon extract, vanilla extract and apricot brandy. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the sour cream and flavorings mixture, stirring just until incorporated.
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.5 calories, Carbohydrate 59.9 g, Cholesterol 113.7 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 222.4 mg, Sugar 40.3 g
APRICOTS AND CREAM CHEESE CAKE
This sweet apricot dessert is topped with decadent cream cheese frosting and is large enough to satisfy a crowd.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h20m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 3 (8- or 9-inch) round pans with shortening. Line pan bottoms with waxed paper or cooking parchment paper; grease again and lightly flour. In food processor bowl with metal blade, place canned apricots. Process 30 seconds or until smooth, scraping bowl after 15 seconds; set aside.
- In large bowl, beat 1 cup butter and 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; beat on low speed until mixed. Measure 1/4 cup apricot puree; set aside. Add remaining apricot puree and apricot nectar to batter; beat on low speed until mixed. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Spread about 2 cups batter in each pan.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 40 minutes.
- In large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla and reserved puree. Beat on low speed until mixed. Beat on medium speed until creamy. Spoon about 1 1/2 cups frosting into decorating bag fitted with medium star tip.
- Place one cake layer on cake plate, top side down. Spread about 3/4 cup frosting over top. With decorating bag, pipe a wavy ring of frosting around outside top edge of cake, extending slightly over edge. Top with second layer, top side down. Repeat frosting and piping. Top with third layer, top side up. Frost top with remaining frosting; pipe edge. (Side of cake is not frosted.)
- For garnish, separate 2 dried apricots into 4 halves. With rolling pin, roll each apricot half between 2 pieces of plastic wrap to 1 1/2-inch diameter. Set aside. Roll remaining 3 apricots between plastic wrap to about 2-inch diameters. To form rose, roll one of the apricot halves into a tight roll (center of rose). Place remaining 3 apricot halves around roll to form petals, pinching at bottom to secure. Place larger apricot circles around smaller ones, pinching together at bottom to complete rose. Sprinkle lightly with 1/4 teaspoon sugar. Place in center of cake. Place lemon leaves next to rose. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 83 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 63 g, TransFat 1 g
WALNUT-APRICOT POUND CAKE
Check out this pound cake packed with walnut and apricot - a delicious treat made using Gold Medal® flour.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 4h15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan with baking spray with flour. Wrap foil around bottom of pan to prevent leaking.
- In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. In large bowl, beat granulated sugar, 1 1/4 cups butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla and the eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on high speed 5 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. On low speed, beat in flour mixture alternately with milk and 1/2 cup apricot nectar.
- Set aside 2 tablespoons of the apricots for topping along with 1/4 cup of the walnuts. Stir remaining apricots and walnuts into batter. Spread in pan.
- Bake 1 hour 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 20 minutes. Remove cake from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
- In small bowl, mix powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons butter and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Using whisk, mix in 4 to 6 teaspoons apricot nectar, 1 teaspoon at a time, until smooth and consistency of thick syrup. Drizzle glaze over top of cake; spread with spatula or back of spoon, letting some glaze drizzle down side. Sprinkle reserved apricots and walnuts on top of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 0 g
APRICOT POUND CAKE RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by á-39535
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a mixer bowl, beat the butter and sugar together. Add the eggs, one at a time. Add the vanilla. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Mix just until blended after each addition. Place 1/3 of the batter in a greased and floured bundt pan. Spread the apricot jam over the top of the batter. Add another 1/3 batter over the jam, then spread the rest of the jam. Finish with the last of the batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove from the pan and cool completely. I made a simple glaze of powdered sugar and milk to drizzle over the top.
APRICOT BRANDY POUND CAKE
Make a classic cake you can serve every which way--plain, with fruit or whipped cream, toasted, or cut into squares for dipping in fondue.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. Grease bottom and sides of 12-cup fluted tube cake pan or 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan with shortening; lightly flour.
- In large bowl, beat all ingredients except powdered sugar with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
- Bake 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 20 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 240 mg, Sugar 39 g, TransFat 1 g
CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE
Pound for pound, this is one of the moistest Bisquick® mix pound cakes ever!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan, 12-cup fluted tube cake pan or 2 (9x5-inch) loaf pans.
- Beat all ingredients except powdered sugar in large bowl on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 4 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
- Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes; turn pan upside down onto wire rack or heatproof serving plate. Remove pan; cool cake completely. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg
APRICOT NECTAR POUND CAKE
This a rich, moist cake that is easy to make. It is a recipe that you can easily adjust, to take on the flavors you want to experiment with. I like it without the brandy but some want more of an apricot flavor. Give it a try!
Provided by Todd Cassie McWhorter
Categories Desserts Cakes Cake Mix Cake Recipes Pound Cake
Time 52m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 or 10 inch Bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, 1/2 cup of sugar, oil, 3/4 cup of apricot nectar and brandy using an electric mixer on low speed. Mix for 3 minutes on high speed. Pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the crown of the cake comes out clean. Cool in the pan, then invert onto a serving plate.
- To make the icing, combine 3 tablespoons of apricot nectar, 3 tablespoons of sugar and butter in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until butter is melted and sugar has dissolved. Let cool one minute, then pour over the cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 320.7 mg, Sugar 33 g
Tips:
- Use quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your cake. Use fresh apricots, cream cheese, and butter.
- Follow the recipe carefully. This will help you avoid any mistakes that could ruin your cake.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help the cake rise evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
- Store the cake in a cool, dry place. The cake will keep for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Apricot cream cheese pound cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. It's perfect for any occasion, from a casual gathering to a special party. With its moist texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and beautiful presentation, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and impressive dessert, give this apricot cream cheese pound cake a try.
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