APRICOT CAKE

The cake can be baked up to 1 day ahead. After inverting and cooling completely, cover loosely with plastic wrap and store at room temperature. The caramel topping will soften slightly but remain delicious. Warm individual slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds before serving to restore the just-baked texture.

Store the cooled cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days in an airtight container. The caramel topping will firm up when cold; bring to room temperature or warm slightly before serving. This cake does not freeze well due to the fruit and caramel topping, which become watery upon thawing.