Best 5 Apricot Oatmeal Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Apricot Oatmeal Cake, a culinary masterpiece that combines the goodness of ripe apricots, hearty oats, and a touch of sweetness. This delectable cake offers a moist and tender crumb, complemented by the vibrant flavors of apricots and the nutty texture of oats. The article presents two variations of this classic recipe: the original Apricot Oatmeal Cake and a gluten-free version, catering to diverse dietary preferences. With step-by-step instructions and a list of required ingredients, this article equips you to recreate this delightful cake in the comfort of your own kitchen. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect balance of flavors and textures in the Apricot Oatmeal Cake.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

OATMEAL APRICOT SQUARES



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Easy to prepare and designed to make a small amount, these squares are a marvelous blend of flavors. It's a dessert that can be stirred up in no time to satisfy a sweet tooth...warm from the oven or as a treat later. -Veronica Roza, Bayport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 16 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
3/4 cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, salt and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. , Press half of the mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Spread with preserves. Sprinkle with remaining oat mixture; gently press down. , Bake at 350° for 38-42 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APRICOT OAT CAKES



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A recreation of the dense, heavy oat cakes available in some northern California coffee houses and health food stores. They're shaped like hockey pucks and come with a choice in fruit. Source: www.fatfree.com/recipes/desserts/apricot-oat-cakes

Provided by QuanYin4

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 Oat Cakes, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups rolled oats
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup plain fat-free yogurt (or non-dairy yogurt)
1/2 cup dry sweetener (I use Splenda)
1/2 cup honey (or agave nectar)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg white (or equivalent)
1/2 cup dried fruit, chopped (I use 12 dried apricots)

Steps:

  • Thoroughly grind rolled oats in food processor or blender. Mix with flour and baking powder.
  • In a separate bowl, "cream" together yogurt, dry sweetner, honey and vanilla. In yet another bowl, lightly beat egg white until it gets bubbly but not stiff. Fold egg white into wet ingredients. Add dried fruit.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients. The dough gets pretty stiff and is hard to mix. You may even have to dive in there with your hands and squish it together. Add water if the mixture is too dry. Form into 12 patties.
  • Bake at 325 degrees F for 15 minutes on a non-stick cookie sheet. Cool completely and store in refrigerator. These keep well and may be frozen.

APRICOT OAT BARS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 1h47m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

Vegetable oil cooking spray
1 (13-ounce) jar apricot jam or preserves (about 1 1/4 cups)
8 dried apricots, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces (about 1/3 cup)
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 packed cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 3/4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup (4 ounces) coarsely chopped walnuts
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
1 egg, at room temperature, beaten
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Put an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 by 13 by 2-inch metal baking dish with vegetable oil cooking spray. Line the bottom and sides of the pan with parchment paper. Spray the parchment paper with vegetable oil cooking spray and set aside.
  • Filling: In a small bowl, mix together the jam and the apricots. Set aside.
  • Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt and baking soda. Stir in the oats and walnuts. Add the butter, egg and vanilla and stir until incorporated.
  • Using a fork or clean fingers, lightly press half of the crust mixture onto the bottom of the prepared pan. Using a spatula, spread the filling over the crust leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge of the pan. Cover the filling with the remaining crust mixture and gently press to flatten. Bake until light golden, about 30 to 35 minutes. Cool for 1 hour. Cut into bars and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 28 milligrams, Sodium 112 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 16 grams

APRICOT UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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My Aunt Anne, who is a great cook, gave me a taste of this golden upside-down cake and I couldn't believe how delicious it was. Apricots give it an elegant twist from traditional pineapple versions. -Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large eggs, separated
2 cans (15 ounces each) apricot halves
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup cake flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°. Drain apricots, reserving 3 tablespoons syrup (discard remaining syrup); set aside., Place butter in a 9-in. square baking dish. Place in oven 3-4 minutes or until butter is melted; swirl carefully to coat evenly. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Arrange apricot halves in a single layer over brown sugar, cut side up., In a small bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add sugar, beating on high speed until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in reserved apricot syrup. Fold in flour mixture., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Spoon over apricots. Bake 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APRICOT-OATMEAL MUFFINS



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Sweet bits of dried apricots balance the hearty texture of oats in mouth-watering muffins.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup milk
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1/3 cup finely chopped dried apricots
1 tablespoon quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease bottoms only of 6 regular-size muffin cups with shortening or cooking spray, or line with paper baking cups.
  • In medium bowl, mix flour, 1/2 cup oats, the baking powder and salt. In small bowl, mix brown sugar, milk, oil, vanilla and egg with fork or wire whisk until blended. Stir milk mixture into flour mixture just until flour is moistened. Fold in apricots. Divide evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle each with about 1/2 teaspoon oats.
  • Bake 23 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Muffin, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For a sweeter cake, use more brown sugar or add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup to the batter.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Be sure to measure your flour correctly. The best way to do this is to use a kitchen scale, but if you don't have one, you can spoon the flour into your measuring cup and then level it off with a knife.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the toothpick comes out with batter or crumbs attached, the cake needs to bake longer.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.

Conclusion:

Apricot Oatmeal Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a sweet and tangy apricot glaze. The oats add a nice texture and chewiness to the cake. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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