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Ultimate Sticky Apricot Malva Cake. Get ready for a cake that’s pure comfort in every bite!
Sticky Apricot Malva Cake is a twist on the standard Malva Pudding, a South African treat that’s sweet, buttery, and soaked in luscious sauce. Easy to make and perfect for cozy nights.
Nothing says cozy like a warm slice of Malva cake straight from the oven. Sticky, buttery, and lightly tangy from apricot jam and vinegar, it’s a South African classic that’s easier to make than you think.
Why You’ll Love and Enjoy Sticky Apricot Malva Cake
- Sweet and sticky comfort in every bite.
- Perfectly soft, fluffy texture without being fussy.
- Quick prep with pantry-friendly ingredients.
- Makes a beautiful dessert for family dinners or tea time.
Sticky Apricot Malva Cake oozes buttery, caramel goodness in every bite. Bring a taste of South Africa to your kitchen today. Explore this easy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert and try it tonight.
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Sticky Apricot Malva Cake
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 depending on size 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: South African
Description
Apricot jam and a buttery sauce make this Sticky Apricot Malva Cake a dessert worth savoring. Simple ingredients, perfect results. Try this dessert and treat yourself without fuss.
Ingredients
Cake
- 3 tbsp butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking soda
- 1 cup + 2 tbsp milk
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp apricot jam
- 3 tbsp brown vinegar
Sauce
- 1 can evaporated milk (about 12 fl oz)
- 1 can of water (same size as evaporated milk can)
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 13 x 9-inch pan.
- In a big mixing bowl, cream together 3 tbsp butter, 1 cup white sugar, and ½ cup brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in 3 eggs, one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, sift together 3 cups all-purpose flour and ¾ tsp salt. Set aside.
- Mix 1 tbsp baking soda into 1 cup + 2 tbsp milk.
- Pour this into your butter-sugar-egg mixture and stir lightly, don’t overmix!
- Add 3 tbsp apricot jam and 3 tbsp brown vinegar. Stir gently.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. The batter should be smooth.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top slightly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
Sauce
- In a saucepan, mix 1 can evaporated milk, 1 can water, and 1½ cups sugar.
- Warm over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves, then bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in 3 tbsp butter and 2 tsp vanilla extract until fully melted and combined.
- Once the cake is out of the oven, poke holes all over with a fork (poke some holes toward the center to help the sauce sink evenly). Pour the warm sauce over the cake.
- Let it cool slightly so the sauce sinks in and becomes sticky and luscious.
- Serve as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Haniki
Sticky Apricot Malva Cake is soft, sweet, and simply irresistible. A South African classic that’s fun to bake at home. Make a dessert that fills your kitchen with warmth today.
Sticky Apricot Malva Cake is soft, buttery, and soaked in a luscious sauce. Every bite melts in your mouth with sweet apricot notes and comforting flavor. It’s simple to make yet indulgent enough to feel special, perfect for dessert lovers and anyone craving a cozy, homemade treat.
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