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Blackberry Apricot Buckle Cake

Blackberry Apricot Buckle Cake
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Blackberry Apricot Buckle Cake is a moist, buttery cake bursting with fresh juicy blackberries and sweet apricot pieces, topped with a crisp, crumbly buckle topping. Perfectly balancing tart and sweet flavors, this easy-to-make cake is ideal for breakfast, tea time, or dessert and appeals to both novice and experienced bakers.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • 3/4 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • 1 cup fresh apricots, pitted and sliced

Buckle Topping

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 4 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fruits: Gently wash the blackberries and apricots. Pit and slice the apricots into bite-size pieces to prepare them for folding into the batter.
  2. Mix the Batter: Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, mixing until you achieve a smooth, creamy batter.
  3. Incorporate the Fruit: Fold the fresh blackberries and apricot slices gently into the batter, taking care not to crush the berries to ensure even fruit distribution.
  4. Prepare the Buckle Topping: Combine the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a bowl. Add the cold butter cubes and use your fingertips to rub the mixture together until pea-sized crumbs form, creating a crumbly topping texture.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter into a greased cake pan, then evenly sprinkle the buckle topping over the surface. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

  • Use fresh blackberries and apricots for the best flavor and texture.
  • Fold ingredients gently to keep the cake light and tender without overmixing.
  • Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
  • Check the cake a few minutes before the recommended baking time to prevent drying out.
  • Distribute the buckle topping evenly to achieve a consistent crunch.

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