Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes). Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredient mixture and the yogurt/sour cream to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry, mixing only until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the halved apricots. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
- While the cake is slightly warm, gently warm the apricot jam in a small saucepan or microwave until melted. Brush the warm glaze evenly over the top of the cake for a shiny finish.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, use dried apricots soaked briefly in orange juice before incorporating them into the batter. This cake is best served at room temperature.
