APRICOT DREAM CUPCAKES

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I love Apricots and needed to think up something different to go with dinner. Creating this cupcake is like a dream come true! So moist and not a overwhelming flavor. You can put any frosting on these, I picked a whipped cream frosting because I used the left over Apricot filling to put in the center of the cupcakes. That way...

Provided by Janet Scott

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 c dried apricots, chopped
1 c water
1 1/2 c white sugar
(you can skip this step and use apricot jam)
FOR THE CAKE
2 3/4 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 c unsalted butter at room temp (2 sticks)
1 3/4 c white sugar
4 large eggs, separated
1 tsp real vanilla
1 c buttermilk
1 pinch salt (for the egg whites)

Steps:

  • 1. Place your water, sugar and Apricots in a sauce pan. Bring to boil and simmer. while that is simmering use a potato masher to expel some of the juices out of your apricots. Cook until slightly thick. remove from heat and set aside to cool. After this cools it should be thick like apricot jam. (If it's too thick after cooling just add a little water). (You can use Apricot Jam)
  • 2. Sift your flour, baking soda, Baking powder and salt. set aside
  • 3. In your mixer, cream your butter and white sugar. Add 1 cup of your Apricot mixture (or jam). Whip until light and fluffy.
  • 4. add your vanilla then your eggs one at a time. Whip that up real good. On low speed gradually add your flour, then your buttermilk just until blended
  • 5. Whip up your egg whites until frothy adding a pinch of salt.
  • 6. Using a cake spatula blend the egg whites into your batter.
  • 7. Fill your cupcakes 3/4 full and bake at 350 degree for 12 to 15 minutes or until testing with a toothpick and it comes out clean.
  • 8. Decorate using a frosting of your choice. Note: With the leftover Apricot filling place a tiny bit into the center of your cupcake using a paring knife to cut a slit and insert. Frost with whipped cream frosting

Yung Myron
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These cupcakes are so delicious! The apricots and cream cheese frosting are a perfect combination. I'll definitely be making these again.


Ziniya zafrin Simi
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These cupcakes are easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can use fresh or canned apricots, depending on what I have on hand.


Nelicy Bandeira
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These cupcakes are the perfect spring treat! The apricots are so fresh and flavorful, and the frosting is light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again.


Mercyline Chepchirchir
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These cupcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still pretty good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


NKOSINATHI SIBANYONI
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cupcakes didn't turn out very well. The frosting was too thick and the cupcakes were too dry.


Llion Judah
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These cupcakes are a great way to use up leftover apricots. They're also a delicious and easy-to-make snack or dessert.


Talal Abbasi
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These cupcakes are beautiful! They're perfect for a special occasion. I'm definitely going to try making them for my next party.


Marlee Baylor
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I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I actually really enjoyed these cupcakes. The frosting is creamy and delicious, and the apricots add a nice touch of sweetness.


The Minions
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These cupcakes were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding a little more milk or yogurt to the batter next time.


Nicholas Dagenais
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These cupcakes are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can use fresh or canned apricots, depending on what I have on hand.


Isabelle G
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These cupcakes are the perfect summer treat! The apricots are so fresh and juicy, and the frosting is light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again.


Asad Nahra
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I made these cupcakes gluten-free by using gluten-free flour and they turned out great! They're a delicious and easy-to-make treat that everyone can enjoy.


Apsara karki Apsara karki
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These cupcakes were a disaster! The frosting was too runny and the cupcakes didn't rise properly. I don't recommend this recipe.


The Umang Dairy
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These cupcakes are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still pretty good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


ahmed raj
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I've made these cupcakes several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The recipe is easy to follow and the cupcakes always turn out moist and fluffy. The frosting is also delicious.


Prakash Dishri
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These cupcakes were a hit at my daughter's birthday party! They're so easy to make and they look so festive. The kids loved them.


DK Walker
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I'm not a huge fan of apricots, but these cupcakes were surprisingly delicious! The frosting is light and fluffy, and the apricots add a touch of sweetness and tartness. I'll definitely be making these again.


Ashfaque Ashfaqueali
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These cupcakes are a delightful treat! The combination of apricots and cream cheese frosting is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. My friends and family loved them.