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This Fluffy Apricot Sponge Slices Uses Just One Bowl and Canned Fruit
This Fluffy Apricot Sponge Slices Uses Just One Bowl and Canned Fruit
This Apricot Sponge Slices cake is the kind of treat that makes you want a second slice before you’ve finished the first. It’s soft, light, and not too sweet. The juicy apricot halves bake right into the batter, giving each bite a pop of fruity flavor. And the best part? You don’t need fancy ingredients. Just a few pantry basics and a tin of fruit.
Why You’ll Love These Apricot Sponge Slices
- One bowl batter means less cleanup and faster prep.
- Canned fruit is friendly, so no peeling or slicing is needed.
- Light and fluffy texture that pairs perfectly with tea, coffee, or a scoop of ice cream.
- Easy to customize with other fruits like peaches, pears, or apples.
- Great for sharing at gatherings, bake sales, or simple weekday treats.
This is the kind of cake that looks like you tried hard, but it’s secretly simple. Give it a go, and don’t be surprised if it disappears fast.
Bet you didn’t know canned fruit could do this. Apricot Sponge Slices that bake up soft, golden, and wildly addictive
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Fluffy Apricot Sponge Slices with Canned Fruit
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 depending on size 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Easy
Description
These soft Apricot Sponge Slices use simple pantry staples and canned apricots for a no-fuss, light dessert. Perfect for tea, brunch, or anytime baking.
Ingredients
- 5 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- 1 cup cake flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
- 2 medium tins of apricot halves, well drained
- Icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (or 160°C for a fan oven).
- Lightly grease a rectangular baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until thick and pale, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in vanilla, salt, sifted flour, and baking powder.
- Add the water, mix until smooth, then blend in the oil.
- Fold the stiff egg whites into the batter gently using a spatula; don’t overmix.
- Pour the batter into your baking dish. Press the drained apricot halves into the top.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick poked in the middle comes out clean.
- Let it cool, then dust with icing sugar. Slice and serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Tips and Swaps
- No apricots? Use canned peaches, pears, or apple slices instead.
- Want extra flavor? Add a hint of almond or orange essence to the batter.
- Best served fresh, but it keeps well in an airtight container for a couple of days.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Gail
Looking for an easy bake with big flavor? These Apricot Sponge Slices use canned fruit and everyday pantry ingredients to make a light, fluffy dessert that’s ready in under an hour.
This Apricot Sponge Slices recipe is easy to follow, uses pantry staples, and bakes into a soft sponge with juicy apricot halves. It’s quick, light, and perfect for any time dessert without extra fuss.
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