Summer-Ready Apricot Crumble Cake: Light, Delicious, and Perfectly Textured

Our summer-ready Apricot Crumble Cake is a divine creation that combines the juiciness of fresh apricots with a delicious crumbly topping. Not only is this cake visually appealing with its golden crumble, it is also incredibly light and flavorful. Made with a mixture of room temperature eggs, vanilla sugar, and a unique addition of Turkish yogurt, this cake perfectly balances moisture and texture. The coconut adds a subtle tropical touch, enhancing the natural sweetness of the apricot.

Why you'll love this:

• Seasonal delight: Uses fresh summer apricots, making it perfectly seasonal.
• Exquisite texture: The crumbly topping adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the cake's soft base.
• Light and tasty: Despite its richness, the cake remains light, making it a guilt-free treat for your sweet tooth.

Perfect opportunity: This cake is ideal for summer picnics, family gatherings or as a delicious treat during afternoon tea. It's also a fantastic choice for baking enthusiasts looking to showcase seasonal fruits in a delicious new way.

Decorating tips:

• Sprinkle with sugar: Once baked and slightly cooled, dust with icing sugar for a sweet, professional finish.
• Apricot filling: Arrange a few slices of fresh apricots on top before baking for an artisanal look.
• Presentation suggestion: Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even more luxurious experience.

1. Ingredients:
   • For the cake:
     • 3 eggs, room temperature
     • 2 sachets of vanilla sugar
     • 1 cup sugar (200 ml cup)
     • 1 cup (180 ml) sunflower oil
     • 1 cup semi-skimmed milk (180 ml)
     • 2 heaped tablespoons of Turkish yogurt
     • 3 tablespoons grated coconut
     • 1 sachet of baking powder
     • 3 cups flour (200 ml cup)
     • 5 apricots, thinly sliced
   • For the crumble:
     • 75 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
     • 3 tablespoons of sugar
     • 10 tablespoons flour

2. Instructions:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until frothy.
   • Sequentially add milk, oil, yogurt, coconut, vanilla sugar, baking powder and flour until well combined.
   • Pour the batter into a 28cm cake tin.
   • Arrange the apricot slices on top.
   • For the crumble, mix the sugar, flour and butter with your fingertips until you have small crumbs; sprinkle them evenly over the cake.
   • Bake in a preheated 338°F (170°C) oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes.
   • Optional: Sprinkle with icing sugar after cooling.

Enjoy this succulent apricot crumble cake, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that is sure to be a hit at any gathering!