Apricot Shortbread Bars
If you’re craving a sweet treat that’s both comforting and delicious, look no further than these Apricot Shortbread Bars! With a buttery shortbread crust and a vibrant apricot filling, these bars are perfect for gatherings or simply to enjoy at home. Easy to prepare, they blend the natural sweetness of dried apricots with a rich, crumbly base that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 cups dried apricots, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjustable)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- For the filling: In a saucepan, combine chopped apricots, water, and sugar. Simmer over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes until tender. Stir in lemon juice and let it cool.
- For the crust: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking pan. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly. Incorporate the egg and vanilla until combined.
- Assemble: Press most of the dough into the bottom of the pan as the crust. Spread cooled apricot filling on top.
- Topping: Crumble reserved dough over the filling and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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