APRICOT LAYER CAKE
"Pssst! Don't tell anyone this tender fruity layer cake starts with a convenient mix!" urges Eureka, Illinois farm woman Molly Knapp.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 2 minutes. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, in a small heavy saucepan, cook butter over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Pour into a large bowl; beat in confectioners' sugar and orange juice. , Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with half of the apricot preserves. Top with a second layer; spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Top with a third layer; spread with remaining apricot preserves. Top with the remaining layer. Frost top and sides of cake with remaining frosting., Sprinkle with nuts. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 376mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Md Sabbir Rahaman
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of apricots and almonds is divine.
Laxman Grg
[email protected]This cake is delicious! The apricot filling is tangy and sweet, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Rudy Wilson
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out dense and dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Waseem Gee
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. I think I would try using less sugar next time.
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[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The cake turned out perfectly and my family loved it.
Tasmiya Shahanur
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
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[email protected]This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The apricot filling was the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Kelly Orellana
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the apricot filling was surprisingly delicious.
Oduntan Victor
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.
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[email protected]This cake was a disappointment. The apricots were bland and the cake was dry. I won't be making this recipe again.
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[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of apricots and almonds is divine.
Charles Drummond
[email protected]This cake is amazing! The apricot filling is tangy and sweet, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.
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[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out dense and dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Baraka Mariba
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the apricot filling was delicious. I think I would try using less sugar next time.
Iboi Great
[email protected]I made this cake for a special occasion and it was a hit! Everyone loved the delicate flavor of the apricots and the moist texture of the cake. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Zoe Fire8
[email protected]This apricot layer cake was a delightful treat! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the tangy apricots complementing the sweet cake and creamy frosting. The recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out beautifully.