Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Apricot Shortbread Bars, a perfect fusion of crumbly shortbread and sweet-tart apricots. These bars are an ideal addition to any gathering or a comforting treat for a quiet night in. With their buttery crunch and vibrant fruit filling, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to make, customizable, and perfect for gifting, these bars will become a go-to recipe in your collection.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups unsalted butter
- 2 cups dried apricots
- 1 large egg
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the apricot filling by simmering chopped dried apricots with water and sugar until tender. Stir in lemon juice and let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- For the shortbread crust, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cold butter until crumbly. Add beaten egg and vanilla; combine until dough forms.
- Press most of the dough into the pan as a crust, spread the cooled apricot filling over it, then crumble the reserved dough on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg