Apricot Jam Cake
This moist and flavorful apricot jam cake is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients - Serves 8
- Powdered sugar - For dusting
- Milk - 1/2 cup
- Apricot jam - 1 cup
- Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- Eggs - 2
- Granulated sugar - 1 cup
- Unsalted butter - 1/2 cup, softened
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Baking powder - 2 teaspoons
- All-purpose flour - 2 cups
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Spread the apricot jam evenly over the batter.
- Top with the remaining batter, spreading it evenly to cover the jam.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 55g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 35g