APRICOT BRANDY CAKE

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My mom handed this recipe down to me. It is very moist and delicious.

Provided by MYKIDSMOM

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup chopped pecans
1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
½ cup apricot brandy
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup water
4 egg
¼ cup butter
2 teaspoons apricot brandy
2 teaspoons water
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan. Sprinkle pecans on the bottom of the pan.
  • In large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, apricot brandy, oil, water and eggs. Beat on medium speed for 10 minutes. Pour batter over pecans in prepared Bundt pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
  • To make apricot brandy glaze: In medium pan, combine butter, apricot brandy and water. Bring to boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Cool slightly. Stir in confectioners' sugar until of desired consistency. Drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 54.8 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 336.1 mg, Sugar 26 g

Preston Shriver
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful. The brandy sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


nano tom
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This is my go-to recipe for apricot brandy cake. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


sharon Kituvu
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it's always turned out great. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the brandy sauce is the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cak


Rahid Islam
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The cake was dry and the brandy sauce was too runny. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Md Saminur
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Omoshalewa Olamide
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I was a bit hesitant to try this cake because I'm not a big fan of brandy. But I'm so glad I did! The brandy flavor is subtle and not overpowering. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be ma


N Thoresen
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. The brandy sauce is a great addition. I would definitely make this cake again.


The Crazy Bam Bino's
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. The brandy sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


Namulondo Olivia
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This cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The apricot and brandy flavors are a great combination. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Imraan Imraan
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. The brandy sauce really made the cake special. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Sikhar Chaudhary
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This apricot brandy cake was a delightful surprise! The flavor is incredibly rich and decadent, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The texture is moist and fluffy, and the brandy sauce adds an extra layer of flavor that really takes th