Description
Samtig-zarter Aprikosenkuchen mit goldgelber Kruste, saftigem Kern und fruchtigen Aprikosenspalten. Vanilleduft, feine Zitrusnoten und buttrige Süße verschmelzen zu einem unwiderstehlich lockeren Genuss.
Ingredients
- 200 g weiche Butter
- 65 g Stärke
- 5 Eier (Größe M)
- 200 g Puderzucker
- 1 TL Vanilleextrakt
- ½ TL Zitronenabrieb
- 1 Prise Salz
- 2 EL Milch
- 220 g Mehl (Type 405)
- 450 g Aprikosen
- 30 g Mandelblättchen
- 2 EL Aprikosenmarmelade
- 2 TL Wasser
- etwas Butter für die Form
- etwas Mehl für die Form
- etwas Puderzucker zum Bestäuben
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the cake batter. Place the softened butter and the starch into a large mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer or stand mixer, beat the mixture on the highest setting for several minutes until the butter is creamy and light in color.
- Separate the eggs, placing the yolks in a small bowl and the whites in a clean, dry bowl. Add the egg yolks to the creamy butter mixture and mix thoroughly until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they start to foam. Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Make sure the mixture is glossy and holds its shape when you lift the beaters.
- Gently fold the stiff egg white mixture into the butter and yolk mixture in several additions, being careful not to deflate the volume. Use a spatula to combine until just incorporated.
- Add the vanilla extract and the grated lemon zest to the batter for flavor. Stir in the pinch of salt and the milk, mixing gently until evenly distributed.
- Sift the flour over the batter in three portions. After each addition, use a spatula to carefully fold the flour into the batter, taking care not to overmix. This ensures a light and airy cake texture.
- Preheat your oven to 160°C (top/bottom heat) or 140°C (fan/convection). Prepare a 26 cm (approximately 10-inch) springform pan by greasing it with butter and dusting it lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the prepared batter into the greased and floured springform pan. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly and smooth the surface.
- Wash the apricots thoroughly, pat them dry, then cut them in half and remove the pits. Arrange the apricot halves, cut side up, in a spiral pattern on top of the cake batter, gently pressing them into the surface.
- Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake the cake for 55 minutes. The cake should rise and become golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool slightly in the pan. Carefully run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cake, then remove the springform ring.
- Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely for about 2 hours. This will help the cake set and make it easier to handle.
- While the cake is cooling, toast the almond flakes in a dry skillet over the lowest heat. Stir constantly and watch closely until the almonds are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine the apricot jam and water. Gently heat the mixture over low heat, stirring until it becomes smooth and slightly runny.
- Using a pastry brush, generously brush the top of the cooled cake with the warm apricot glaze. This will give the cake a beautiful shine and extra flavor.
- Sprinkle the toasted almond flakes evenly over the glazed cake.
- Finally, dust the cake with a little powdered sugar before serving. Slice and serve. The cake yields approximately 12 pieces.
Notes
You can substitute the vanilla extract with the seeds scraped from half a vanilla bean for an even more intense vanilla flavor. For best results, use ripe and fragrant apricots. The cake tastes wonderful when freshly baked, but the flavors develop even further after resting for a few hours. If you prefer homemade apricot jam, find a simple recipe on the linked website. Always allow the cake to cool completely before glazing and garnishing to prevent the almonds from becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Kuchen Rezepte
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 Portionen
- Calories: 400-500
- Sugar: 38-53g
- Sodium: 180-300mg
- Fat: 20-30g
- Saturated Fat: 11-15g
- Carbohydrates: 55-70g
- Fiber: 1-3g
- Protein: 4-8g
- Cholesterol: 60-120mg