Apricot, cinnamon & olive oil cake

Vegetarian
Popular
Health score
2%
Apricot, cinnamon & olive oil cake
105 min.
8
668kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Apricot, Cinnamon & Olive Oil Cake, a dessert that perfectly marries the sweetness of dried apricots with the warm, comforting notes of cinnamon. This vegetarian treat is not only popular among dessert lovers but also a fantastic way to impress your guests at any gathering. With a moist texture and a rich flavor profile, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

What sets this cake apart is the use of high-quality olive oil, which adds a unique depth and richness, while the spelt flour provides a wholesome twist. The combination of light brown muscovado sugar and full-fat cream cheese icing creates a luscious topping that complements the cake beautifully. Each slice is a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion.

Ready in just 105 minutes, this cake serves eight and is perfect for sharing with family and friends. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, the Apricot, Cinnamon & Olive Oil Cake is a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a cake that will not only tantalize your taste buds but also fill your home with an irresistible aroma!

Ingredients

  • 200 apricot dried roughly chopped
  • 225 rice flour 
  • tsp double-acting baking powder 
  • tsp ground cinnamon for sprinkling plus a little extra
  • 200 muscovado sugar light
  • large eggs 
  • 100 ml olive oil 
  • 100 ml yogurt 
  • tsp vanilla extract 
  • 140 cream cheese 
  • 85 butter softened
  • 250 powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • cake form
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Put the apricots in a bowl, cover with boiling water and set aside for 30 mins. Meanwhile, heat oven to 180C/160C fan/ gas 4, grease a deep 20cm round loose-bottomed cake tin and line with baking parchment.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, sugar and tsp salt. In a jug, mix the eggs, olive oil, yogurt and vanilla.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix briefly with an electric hand whisk to remove any lumps.
  4. Drain the apricots and stir into the cake mix, then pour into your cake tin and bake in the centre of the oven for 1 hr or until a skewer comes out clean. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 mins, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. To make the icing, mix all the ingredients together, using an electric hand whisk, until smooth.
  6. Spread generously over the top of the cake and dust with cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories668kcal
Protein5.1%
Fat38.98%
Carbs55.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.3
Glycemic Load
5.3
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.2313043980495%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:667.58kcal
33.38%
Fat:29.33g
45.12%
Saturated Fat:11.44g
71.47%
Carbohydrates:94.67g
31.56%
Net Carbohydrates:88.75g
32.27%
Sugar:69.65g
77.38%
Cholesterol:111.95mg
37.32%
Sodium:289.2mg
12.57%
Alcohol:0.36g
100%
Alcohol %:0.25%
100%
Protein:8.63g
17.26%
Vitamin A:1517.53IU
30.35%
Fiber:5.92g
23.69%
Vitamin E:3.34mg
22.28%
Iron:2.81mg
15.63%
Calcium:154.82mg
15.48%
Selenium:8.71µg
12.45%
Phosphorus:115.12mg
11.51%
Potassium:400.16mg
11.43%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.21%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.99%
Vitamin K:9.04µg
8.61%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.14%
Copper:0.12mg
6.03%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.67%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.52%
Magnesium:16.67mg
4.17%
Vitamin B3:0.73mg
3.66%
Folate:14.4µg
3.6%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.58%
Vitamin D:0.39µg
2.59%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.32%