Shortcrust cake with dried apricots
Description
It pairs perfectly with tea and coffee. Adding sour cream to the dough does not compromise its crumbly texture; on the contrary, it becomes moderate. Pay attention to the dough kneading; it is important not to overdo the flour and kneading time. When the dough forms a ball, place it in the refrigerator. It is better to slightly under‑knead than to overmix. Serve warm or chilled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
Soak the dried apricots in water (so that the liquid slightly covers them) for about 20 minutes. Boil over medium heat after coming to a boil for 10 minutes. Cool.
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Step 3
In a deep bowl grate the cold butter, add 350 g of flour, leavening agent, and salt. Rub into crumbs.
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Step 4
Add sour cream and start kneading the dough. If the dough sticks heavily to your hands, add a tablespoon of flour from the remaining 50 g. Try not to overwork the dough; better to lightly dust it with flour.
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Step 5
Wrap the finished dough in plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
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Step 6
While the dough is cooling, prepare the filling. Place the cooled apricots in a blender, add half of the specified amount of sugar.
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Step 7
Pulse the dried apricots with sugar in pulse mode until smooth. Add the remaining sugar if needed. The filling should have a pronounced sweet taste, with no hint of sourness.
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Step 8
After the time has elapsed, remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide it into two unequal parts: 2/3 and 1/3.
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Step 9
Take the larger portion and roll it out into a circle about 28 cm in diameter.
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Step 10
Line the pan with parchment paper. Transfer the dough into it, shape the edges, and prick it.
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Step 11
Place the filling and spread it evenly over the dough.
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Step 12
Roll out a small portion as thin as possible and make cuts. If you don’t have a tool, a knife will do; make strips at a short distance from each other.
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Step 13
Transfer the top part onto the filling, spread it evenly, trim the excess, fold the edges and lightly press with a fork. Place it to bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for 40 minutes.
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Step 14
Take the finished pie out of the oven.
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Step 15
Remove the parchment, transfer to a dish, and let cool.
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Step 16
The pie is ready.
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Step 17
If desired, you can sprinkle with powdered sugar.