Best 6 Favorite Apricot Nectar Cake Recipes

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Apricot nectar cake is a delightful treat that combines the juicy sweetness of apricots with the moist, fluffy texture of a classic cake. This versatile cake can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or even breakfast. The apricot nectar adds a unique flavor and moistness to the cake, while the simple ingredients make it easy to prepare. With its vibrant color and delicious taste, apricot nectar cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

This article features two variations of apricot nectar cake: a classic version and a gluten-free version. The classic apricot nectar cake is made with all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, eggs, butter, and apricot nectar. The gluten-free version uses a blend of gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, eggs, butter, and apricot nectar. Both cakes are topped with a simple glaze made from apricot preserves and powdered sugar.

Whether you're looking for a classic cake recipe or a gluten-free alternative, this article has you covered. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create a delicious apricot nectar cake that's sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOM'S APRICOT NECTAR CAKE



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My mom made this for Easter one year, and I actually liked it! I was a tough critic as a kid, but I've always loved this cake. Now I can make it myself as a dessert-loving adult, but I love it more when my mom makes it! I've never been much of a fan of desserts containing fruit, but this one just gets me! It's just fruit juice, essentially, so it's made to please your toughest fruit dessert critic.

Provided by crimsontide

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package lemon cake mix
4 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup apricot nectar
2 cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup lemon juice, or as needed
1 teaspoon lemon zest, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Grease a 9x13-inch cake pan.
  • Mix lemon cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Stir apricot nectar into the batter and mix well.
  • Pour batter into the prepared cake pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cake is lightly browned at the edges and the top springs back when lightly pressed, about 30 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean or with moist crumbs. Check for doneness after 20 minutes.
  • Cool cake completely.
  • Mix confectioners' sugar with lemon juice, mixing juice in about 1 tablespoon at a time, until the frosting is fluid and easy to spread. Frosting should run slightly but not be a thin runny glaze.
  • Spread frosting on cooled cake and sprinkle with lemon zest to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 73.1 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 332.6 mg, Sugar 42.5 g

APRICOT NECTAR CAKE I



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This is an easy recipe for moist lemon cake using apricot nectar and lemon cake mix for surprisingly delicious results.

Provided by allday

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package lemon cake mix
⅓ cup white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup apricot nectar
4 eggs
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Combine cake mix with sugar, cooking oil, and apricot nectar. Beat for two minutes with mixer. Add eggs one at a time, beating for 30 seconds after each addition. Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before turning out onto a plate.
  • In a small bowl, mix lemon juice with confectioners' sugar until you reach desired consistency. Drizzle glaze over sides of warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 62.6 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 284.9 mg, Sugar 31.8 g

FAVORITE APRICOT NECTAR CAKE



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Make and share this Favorite Apricot Nectar Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Dessert

Time 52m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3 ounce) package lemon gelatin
3/4 cup canned apricot nectar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon fresh grated lemon zest
4 large eggs
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons canned apricot nectar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325. Lightly mist a 12 cup Bundt pan with vegetable oil spray, dust with flour. Shake out excess flour.
  • Place cake mix, gelatin, apricot nectar, oil, lemon zest, and eggs in mixing bowl. Blend with mixer on low speed for 1 minute. Stop machine and scrape down sides of bowl. Increase mixer speed to medium and beat 2 to 3 minutes more, scraping down sides of bowl again, if needed. The batter should look thick and smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan. Place pan in oven.
  • Bake cake until it is light brown and springs back when lightly pressed with your finger, 40-42 minutes. Remove pan from oven and place on wire rack to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Prepare glaze. Combine confectioners sugar, lemon juice, and apricot nectar in small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat, stirring, until sugar has dissolved, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Run a long, sharp knife around the edge of the cake and invert it onto a platter. While the cake is still warm, poke holes in the top with a toothpick or wooden skewer. Spoon glaze onto cake so that it seeps down into the holes. Let the cake cool before slicing.

BEST APRICOT NECTAR CAKE



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Credits to Linda Griffith and Kate Parker. This is a hybridization of their Apricot Nectar cake recipes that I found on Just a Pinch. Both are delicious, but this adaptation is the BEST!

Provided by Lois Russell

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 box duncan hines "lemon supreme" cake mix
4 large eggs
3/4 c vegetable oil
1 pkg lemon gelatin
1 tsp lemon extract
3/4 c apricot nectar
HOT GLAZE
3 Tbsp butter
2 1/2 c confectioners' sugar
juice and zest of 2 lemons
ICING
2-3 c confectioners' sugar
2-3 tsp apricot nectar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour tube or Bundt pan. Set aside. Mix cake mix, jello, nectar and oil. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each/stir in lemon extract until well blended. Bake 30 - 40 minutes until top springs back when lightly touched.
  • 2. Hot Glaze: Melt butter over medium heat. Add in confectioner's sugar, lemon juice and lemon zest. Cook, while stirring constantly until slightly thickened. With bamboo skewer or chopstick, poke holes in top of cake while still in pan. Strain glaze through tea strainer, spread candied zest on baking parchment or non stick foil to cool and dry slightly. Reserve for garnish. Pour glaze over over cake while both are still hot. Let glaze soak in for minimum of 1/2 to 1 hour. Turn out onto cake plate. Cool completely.
  • 3. Icing: Mix apricot nectar with 2 cups powdered sugar until it is thick, but slightly pour-able. Drizzle over top of cake and allow to drip down sides. Garnish with reserved candied lemon zest.

APRICOT NECTAR CAKE



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This apricot nectar cake combines a lemon cake mix, lemon Jello, and sweet apricot nectar to make a delectable and cheery dessert!

Provided by Chrysti Benner

Categories     Cakes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

For the Cake:
15.25-oz box lemon cake mix
3-oz package lemon Jello
1 cup apricot nectar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 TBSP lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325F and grease a bundt pan well.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer (or in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer), combine lemon cake mix, lemon gelatin, apricot nectar, vegetable oil, and eggs.
  • Mix on low speed just until ingredients are combined, then increase speed to high and mix for two minutes.
  • Pour batter into prepared bundt pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then carefully loosen from the sides of the pan by sliding a knife around the edges. Invert cake onto a serving plate.
  • While the cake is still warm, whisk together confectioner's sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Brush glaze onto warm cake. The glaze will harden into a satiny finish as the cake cools.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 62 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 12 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 352 milligrams sodium, Sugar 32 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

APRICOT NECTAR CAKE



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This cake recipe was given to me by a friend at work. It needs to be made a day ahead. It is so moist and wonderful. You will definately want to share this one with your friends.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 bundt cake

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 yellow cake mix
3/4 cup apricot nectar
3/4 cup oil
4 eggs
1 teaspoon lemon flavoring
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 lemons, juice of

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients well.
  • Bake 1 hour in 300 F oven in a greased and floured bundt pan.
  • Mix glaze ingredients and pour over cake while still hot.

Tips:

  • Use fresh apricots for the best flavor. If using canned apricots, be sure to drain them well and pat them dry before using.
  • If you don't have apricot nectar, you can substitute another fruit nectar, such as peach or orange.
  • If you want a denser cake, use less apricot nectar. For a lighter cake, use more apricot nectar.
  • The cake can be made in a 9x13 inch pan or a bundt pan.
  • The cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Apricot nectar cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist and flavorful, with a delicate apricot flavor. The cake can be made with fresh or canned apricots, and can be served plain or with a variety of toppings, such as whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh fruit.

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