Apricot Fruit Cake: A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion
Indulge in the delectable Apricot Fruit Cake, a classic dessert that combines the sweetness of apricots with the rich flavors of nuts, spices, and a hint of citrus. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to festive gatherings. With its tender crumb and vibrant apricot glaze, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. In this article, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions and additional tips to create the perfect Apricot Fruit Cake. We'll also share two variations: a gluten-free Apricot Fruit Cake and a Vegan Apricot Fruit Cake, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delicious treat. Let's get baking!
REDUCED-SUGAR GINGER-APRICOT FRUIT CAKE WITH HARD SAUCE ICING
Whether you make it the day of or months ahead, this fruitcake studded with ginger, apricot, and macadamia nuts is a simple, reasonably sweet holiday dessert.
Provided by In The Raw
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips In The Raw® Sweeteners
Time 2h45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray and line with parchment so it extends over the 2 long sides of the pan.
- In a medium bowl, toss 1/4 cup of the flour with macadamia nuts, apricots, and ginger.
- In another medium bowl, whisk to combine remaining 1 3/4 cups flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl or a stand mixer with the paddle, beat butter, sugar, and stevia until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in vanilla, then beat in eggs one at a time just until combined. Gently mix in flour, then fold in fruit and nut mixture.
- Scrape batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Let cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then poke cake all over with a skewer. Very slowly pour rum all over cake and let sit 10 minutes before transferring cake to a rack to cool completely, at least 1 hour.
- Beat butter and stevia in a medium bowl or a stand mixer until smooth. Beat in rum. To serve, spread top of cake with icing, then slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 98.5 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 208.2 mg, Sugar 17 g
POUND CAKE WITH TROPICAL FRUIT AND RUM-APRICOT SAUCE
Make and share this Pound Cake With Tropical Fruit and Rum-Apricot Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mami J
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, mix the apricot jam with the water, rum and fruit.Bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil until sauce is thickened and syrupy, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly.
- To serve: place a slice or two of pound cake in serving plate, top with some fruit and syrup. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips:
- Use dried apricots that are plump and moist. If your apricots are dry, soak them in hot water for 15 minutes before using.
- To make sure the cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing. This will help the glaze set properly.
- For a richer flavor, toast the almonds before adding them to the cake batter.
- If you don't have a bundt pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking pan. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
Conclusion:
This apricot fruit cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat. It's perfect for any occasion, from a casual brunch to a festive holiday party. With its moist texture, sweet apricot flavor, and crunchy almond topping, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this apricot fruit cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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