Introduction
This soft and fluffy homemade cake is packed with sweet dried apricots, juicy raspberries, and crunchy walnuts. It is simple to prepare, incredibly moist, and perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
For the Cake Batter
3 eggs 🥚
A pinch of salt
150 g sugar (¾ cup)
A little vanilla
150 ml oil (â…” cup)
150 ml milk (â…” cup)
300 g flour (2â…“ cups)
15 g baking powder
Dried apricots
Frozen raspberries
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
Instruction
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a cake pan.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with sugar and salt until light and fluffy. Add vanilla, oil, and milk, then mix well.
Sift together the flour and baking powder, then gradually fold them into the wet mixture until smooth.
Add chopped dried apricots, frozen raspberries, and walnuts. Gently stir to combine.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool before slicing and serving.
Method
Mix the wet ingredients first to create a smooth base. Combine the dry ingredients separately before adding them to avoid lumps. Fold the fruits and walnuts gently to keep the batter airy and soft.
Benifits
Rich in energy and flavor
Contains healthy fats from walnuts
Provides natural sweetness from dried apricots
Perfect homemade dessert for family gatherings
Easy and beginner-friendly recipe
Nutrition
Calories: Approximately 280 per slice
Protein: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fat: 13 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 18 g
Tips
Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake fluffy.
Use room-temperature ingredients for better texture.
You can replace raspberries with blueberries or strawberries.
Sprinkle powdered sugar on top for extra sweetness and decoration.
Conclusion
This easy and flavorful cake is the perfect combination of fruity sweetness and soft texture. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, it is a recipe you will want to make again and again for any occasion.