Apricot Jam Cream-Topped Layer Cake
Category: Desserts
Servings: 8
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Eggs | 240g |
| All-purpose flour | 230g |
| Granulated sugar | 150g |
| Whole milk | 100g |
| Peanut oil | 70g |
| Baking powder | 16g |
| Fine salt | 1 pinch |
| Ricotta cheese | 500g |
| Apricot jam | 150g |
| Amaretti cookies (crushed) | 80g |
| Granulated sugar (for filling) | 50g |
| Eggs (for filling) | 120g |
| Powdered sugar (for decoration) | to taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the Base Cake: Start by placing the sugar in a large mixing bowl. Using electric beaters, mix until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add the milk, peanut oil, and baking powder, continuing to beat the mixture. Add a pinch of salt and mix until everything is well combined.
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Bake the First Layer: Grease a 22 cm round cake pan and line it with parchment paper, ensuring it covers both the base and the sides. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Bake the base in a preheated static oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 15 minutes, or until the surface is lightly golden.
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Make the Ricotta Filling: While the first layer bakes, place the amaretti cookies in a food processor and crush them into small crumbs. In a separate bowl, combine the well-drained ricotta cheese with the sugar. Add the crushed amaretti cookies, and finally, mix in the apricot jam, creating a smooth, flavorful filling.
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Assemble the Cake: Once the first layer is baked and slightly cooled, spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the cake layer. Use a spatula to smooth the surface. Pour the remaining batter over the top of the ricotta mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered.
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Finish Baking: Place the assembled cake back in the oven and bake at the same temperature (180°C) for an additional 45 minutes, or until the cake is fully set and golden brown on top.
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Cool and Serve: After baking, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan. Once cool, carefully remove the cake from the pan and transfer it to a serving plate. Dust the top with powdered sugar for a delicate finish.
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Enjoy: Your Apricot Jam Cream-Topped Layer Cake is now ready to be served! Enjoy this moist, sweet, and creamy dessert perfect for any occasion.
This cake combines the richness of ricotta cheese with the fruity brightness of apricot jam, all encased in a light and fluffy cake layer. It’s a perfect treat for any gathering or a special dessert to enjoy with friends and family. The combination of the amaretti cookies and apricot jam gives it a unique, sophisticated flavor that will surely impress anyone who tries it.
