This is the kind of cake that gets passed down from one generation to the next. Easy to make, no mixer, and filled with the intoxicating aroma of cooked apricots as they release their juices into the cake.
It’s important to check carefully that the apricot cake is fully baked by inserting a toothpick into the center. In areas where the apricots sit and their juices seep in, it can take a little longer to set.
Out of season, you can use peaches, nectarines, or apples.