Apricot and Almond Traybake
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful Apricot and Almond Traybake. Perfectly moist and fluffy, this easy-to-make dessert features juicy apricots nestled atop a rich almond sponge cake. Whether you’re hosting an afternoon tea or enjoying a quiet moment with a favorite book, each slice offers a symphony of sweetness that will transport you to sun-soaked days. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, baking this treat is as joyful as sharing it with friends and family. Prepare to be enchanted by the aroma wafting through your kitchen as this beautiful traybake bakes to golden perfection!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 220 g butter
- 220 g caster sugar
- 4 medium eggs
- 50 g ground almonds
- 170 g self-raising flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 halved apricots
- Caster sugar (for sprinkling)
- Icing sugar (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180℃ (350℉) and grease your baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and caster sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gradually add eggs, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in ground almonds, self-raising flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish, smoothing it into an even layer.
- Press halved apricots cut-side up into the batter and sprinkle with caster sugar.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until golden brown and a skewer comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with icing sugar and slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 74mg
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