Cook the Book: Apricot Cake

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Cook the Book: Apricot Cake
45 min.
6
576kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Cook the Book: Apricot Cake! This scrumptious dessert is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh apricots, this cake is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the vibrant flavors of seasonal fruits. With its vegetarian and gluten-free features, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it an ideal dessert for gatherings or a cozy family dinner.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delectable cake that serves six, allowing you to share the joy of baking with friends and loved ones. The combination of creamy butter, light eggs, and the crunch of pistachios creates a delightful texture that complements the tender apricots beautifully. Each slice is not only a treat but also a source of energy, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates.

So, preheat your oven and get ready to indulge in a slice of this heavenly Apricot Cake. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a dollop of whipped cream, this dessert is sure to impress and satisfy. Happy baking!

Ingredients

  • 1.8 pounds apricots 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • cup butter generous for greasing (2 sticks)
  •  eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.3 cup pistachios chopped
  • 1.3 cups caster sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. Put the apricots in a bowl, pour in boiling water to cover, and let stand for 15 seconds, then drain. Peel off the skins, halve, and remove the pits, then cut each half into 2 pieces.
  3. Beat together the butter and sugar in a bowl until creamy, then fold in the eggs, one at a time.
  4. Sift the flour over the mixture and stir in, then stir in the apricots. Dissolve the baking powder a little lukewarm water and add to the mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle with the pistachios, and bake fore 1 hour, until risen and golden.
  6. Let stand in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories576kcal
Protein4.85%
Fat55.96%
Carbs39.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.29
Glycemic Load
34.66
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
12.472173929214%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.5mg
Catechin
5.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
6.33mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.83mg
Quercetin
2.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:576.24kcal
28.81%
Fat:37.22g
57.27%
Saturated Fat:20.78g
129.87%
Carbohydrates:58.67g
19.56%
Net Carbohydrates:55.32g
20.11%
Sugar:54.46g
60.51%
Cholesterol:190.46mg
63.49%
Sodium:428.06mg
18.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.25g
14.51%
Vitamin A:3680.27IU
73.61%
Vitamin E:2.52mg
16.8%
Vitamin C:13.61mg
16.5%
Phosphorus:160.29mg
16.03%
Selenium:10.25µg
14.64%
Fiber:3.35g
13.41%
Potassium:463.35mg
13.24%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.86%
Calcium:128.64mg
12.86%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.93%
Copper:0.22mg
10.81%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.69%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.44%
Iron:1.47mg
8.18%
Folate:30.31µg
7.58%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.52%
Vitamin K:7.1µg
6.76%
Magnesium:26.13mg
6.53%
Zinc:0.83mg
5.54%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.42%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.6%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.91%