Sand cake with apricots

Cookinero 19 January 2023

Plain and simple - it's all about our shortbread pie with apricots. But is it necessary to complicate something when we are given these sunny orange fruits, the meeting with which is a holiday in itself?! Therefore, we take the most affordable products that are in the refrigerator of every housewife, prepare dough from them, put them in a mold and distribute apricots on top. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and bake! It remains to wait about half an hour and reveal to the world a shortbread pie with apricots, delicious and so fragrant that you just want to break off at least a small piece ... But do not rush: this pastry is tastier when warm than hot. So be patient and then enjoy this delicious homemade pie to the fullest.

How to cook Sand cake with apricots

Step 1

Sand cake with apricots

Prepare the dough for the shortbread pie with apricots. Cut the butter into small cubes, place in a deep bowl and leave at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Sand cake with apricots

Heat the oven to 180°C. Grease a baking sheet for shortcake with apricots with a little butter and sprinkle with semolina. Shake off the excess.

Step 3

Sand cake with apricots

Beat soft butter with a mixer with 200 g of sugar until a fluffy mass of a uniform consistency is obtained. Then add one egg at a time, beating thoroughly after each.

Step 4

Sand cake with apricots

On the resulting mass, sift through a frequent sieve flour with starch and salt. Quickly knead shortbread dough. Place on the prepared baking sheet and flatten with cold water-dipped hands.

Step 5

Sand cake with apricots

For the filling, wash and dry the apricots. Cut each in half and remove the pit. Lay the prepared apricots cut side up on the shortcrust pastry, pressing lightly. Sprinkle with sugar.

Step 6

Sand cake with apricots

Bake the shortcake with apricots for 20-25 minutes. Then take it out of the oven and let it cool down a bit. Transfer the apricot pie to a wire rack. Let cool until slightly warm and serve.

Sand cake with apricots - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute apricots with other stone fruits like peaches, plums, or cherries. Just ensure they are pitted and sliced similarly for even baking.
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat slightly before serving if desired.
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian as it does not contain any meat or animal-derived ingredients (other than butter and eggs, which can be substituted for a vegan version).
Yes, replace the regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend and ensure the baking powder is gluten-free. The texture may vary slightly.
Serve slightly warm with a dollop of whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of honey for extra indulgence.
Yes, wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature and reheat in the oven for a few minutes before serving.
Reduce the sugar in the dough by 25-30% and skip the extra sugar sprinkled on top. The natural sweetness of the apricots will still shine through.
Yes, but thaw and drain them well to remove excess moisture. Pat them dry before arranging on the dough to prevent a soggy crust.
Warm it in a preheated oven at 150°C (300°F) for 5-10 minutes or microwave individual slices for 10-15 seconds.
Yes, use a muffin tin or small tart pans for individual portions. Adjust the baking time to 15-20 minutes, checking for doneness.

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