Apricot Shortbread Bars
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Apricot Shortbread Bars Recipe! This easy-to-follow treat combines a buttery, crumbly shortbread crust with a sweet, tangy apricot filling, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a family gathering or simply craving something sweet, these bars are sure to impress. The recipe is straightforward and can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy them as an afternoon snack or serve them at your next celebration—your friends and family will be asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 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 cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups dried apricots, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust as needed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by simmering chopped dried apricots with water and sugar until tender. Stir in lemon juice and cool.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg and vanilla.
- Reserve some dough for topping. Press remaining dough into a greased pan. Pour cooled apricot filling over crust.
- Crumble reserved dough over the top and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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