Best 8 Apricot And Cream Cheese Squares Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with these tantalizing Apricot and Cream Cheese Squares, a perfect treat for any occasion. These delectable squares combine the vibrant flavors of apricots and the creamy richness of cream cheese, resulting in a symphony of taste and texture that will leave you craving more. With an easy-to-follow recipe that utilizes simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. In addition, discover variations of this classic, including a delightful Raspberry and Cream Cheese Squares recipe for a tangy twist and a decadent Chocolate and Cream Cheese Squares recipe for a rich and indulgent dessert. Whichever recipe you choose, you'll be delighted with the sweet and creamy perfection of these delectable squares.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WINNING APRICOT BARS



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This recipe is down-home baking at its best, and it really represents all regions of the country. It's won blue ribbons at county fairs and cookie contests in several states! Easy to make, it's perfect for potluck suppers, bake sales, lunchboxes or just plain snacking.-Jill Moritz, Irvine, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 jar (10 to 12 ounces) apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In a small bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture, mixing well. Fold in coconut and walnuts., Press two-thirds of dough onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Spread with preserves; crumble remaining dough over preserves. Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APRICOT SQUARES



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I remember my mom making these fruity bars for PTA meetings when I was in elementary school more than 40 years ago. Now I serve these bars for a variety of functions.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon lemon extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1 jar (18 ounces) apricot preserves
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, orange zest, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Set aside one-third for the topping. , Press remaining dough into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine preserves, lemon juice and zest; spread evenly over crust. , Crumble reserved dough over filling. Bake at 350° for 40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts :

APRICOT CRESCENT COOKIES



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This apricot crescent cookie recipe was given to me by my cousin back in the late 70's. It's been a must-have for the holidays ever since, and a big hit whenever I serve them at parties.

Provided by SER

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Time 3h55m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon sour cream
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup powdered sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons powdered sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Blend butter, cream cheese, and sour cream together in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Stir in flour, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and salt until well blended.
  • Wrap dough in waxed paper and chill until firm enough to roll, at least 3 hours, or overnight.
  • Divide dough into thirds. Keep dough in the refrigerator while working on one portion at a time. Roll each portion into a 12 1/2x10-inch rectangle. Cut into 2 1/2-inch squares using a fluted pastry wheel.
  • Place a dot, about 1/4 teaspoon, of preserves in the center of each square. Bring up two diagonal corners to the center, pinching together to seal, or secure with a toothpick. Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until firm, but not brown, about 12 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool, 8 to 10 minutes more. Sift remaining powdered sugar over the cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 22.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

APRICOT CREAM SQUARES (USING CRESCENT ROLLS)



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A decadent dessert with flavorful apricot filling and cream cheese layers. Crescent rolls make it easy and oh so delicious!

Provided by Deb Crane

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tubes of crescent rolls (reduced fat is fine too)
2 pkg (8 ounce each) cream cheese
1 egg, yolk (save the egg white for the topping)
1 c sugar
1 tsp vanilla
12 oz apricot filling
FOR TOPPING
1 egg white
1/4 c sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a mixer, blend cream cheese,egg yolk,sugar and vanilla. Set aside.
  • 2. I use a 16x11 inch jelly roll baking pan. In this pan, spread a tube and a half of crescent rolls evenly onto bottom of pan.
  • 3. Top bottom crescent layer with the can of apricot filling.
  • 4. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the apricot filling layer.
  • 5. Pat out the second tube and a half of crescent rolls to form a top crust and layer it on the top.
  • 6. Beat the egg white and sugar for the topping until blended. Spread this on top of the crescent roll topping to coat the entire top.
  • 7. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes, until nicely browned.
  • 8. NOTE: You can also leave out the apricot layer and add cinnamon sugar to the cream cheese layer and cinnamon sugar to the topping. Very good and how the recipe was originally given to me by a friend.

APRICOT CHEESECAKE BARS



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Another one of my dad's dee-licious dessert concoctions! An easy shortbread crust with cheesecake-like batter, topped with a tangy apricot spread. I call this recipe "bars," my dad calls it "pie," neither is really correct. But, for lack of a better description, I'll have to stick with what we've got...

Provided by SPOTTYSCOTTIEGIRL

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Apricot

Time 1h50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces shortbread cookies
3 large eggs
½ cup white sugar
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup finely chopped dried apricots
½ cup sour cream
½ cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Process shortbread cookies in the bowl of a food processor until finely ground. Press into a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Beat eggs and sugar together in a bowl. Add ricotta cheese, cream cheese, and vanilla extract. Mix well. Stir in apricots and spread over crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffed up and the edges are slightly brown, about 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine sour cream and apricot jam in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Remove the cheesecake from the oven and spread jam topping on top while still hot. Chill until set, 1 to 2 hours. Cut into 24 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 11 g

APRICOT CREAM CHEESE BARS



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Such a delightful recipe - this is one of my favorite desserts - This is delicious with a warm cup of tea - you can even add some ice cream if you wish!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups apricots, chopped
1 cup water
1 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Prepare 9x11 glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Next mix rolled oats with margarine, flour, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar, using your hands. Mixture should be loose but not dry. You should be able to make a ball and have it stick without it falling apart. Press half of this mixture into the bottom of the pan. Set side the other half for topping.
  • Now mix together apricots, water, white sugar, and 1/2 teaspoons vanilla. Place in saucepan on the stove on medum-high for 30 minutes until the apricots are soft and mushy.
  • Next mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, egg and 1/2 teaspoons vanilla in small mixing bowl. Mix it well. Pour it over the base.
  • Pour the apricot mixture over the cream cheese mixture. Finally, crumble remaining oat mixture on top.
  • Bake at 350F for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.
  • Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

FRENCH APRICOT CREAM CHEESE BARS



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Make and share this French Apricot Cream Cheese Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 1/2 ounce) package French vanilla cake mix
1/3 cup margarine or 1/3 cup butter, melted
1 large egg
1 (12 ounce) jar apricot preserves
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°.
  • Generously grease 13x9-inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, margarine and egg; mix with fork until crumbly.
  • Gently spoon 1 1/2 cups into measuring cup; set aside for topping.
  • Press remaining crumb mixture in bottom of pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 10 minutes.
  • Spread preserves evenly over crust.
  • In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and egg; beat until smooth.
  • Spread evenly over preserves.
  • Sprinkle reserved topping mixture over cream cheese.
  • Bake at 350° for 28-30 minutes or until toppng is light golden brown.
  • Chill before serving. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.7, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 28.5, Sodium 214.9, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 19, Protein 2.4

FRENCH APRICOT CREAM CHEESE BARS



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Never trust a skinny cook always was my motto, but this is an exception!. My sis in law Donna Mae made these and I fell in love with them. They are rich, crumbly, creamy, and fruity and are one of my favorite cookies. People always ask me for the recipe when I make these.

Provided by Jane Whittaker

Categories     Cookies

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg french vanilla cake mix
1/3 c melted butter
1 large egg
filling:
12 oz apricot preserves
8 oz cream cheese
1/2 c sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 large egg

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. Spray a 9x13 pan with non stick spray.
  • 3. Combine cake mix, butter and egg, mix with a fork til crumbly.
  • 4. Spoon 1 1/2 cup crumbs in a bowl and reserve for topping.
  • 5. Press remaining crumbs in the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  • 6. Let cool a little, then spread preserves evenly over crust.
  • 7. In a bowl combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg.
  • 8. Spread evenly over preserves.
  • 9. Sprinkle reserved topping evenly over cream cheese mixture.
  • 10. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
  • 11. Chill before serving and store leftovers in fridge

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese.
  • If you don't have apricot preserves, you can use another type of fruit preserves, such as strawberry or raspberry.
  • To make the squares even more decadent, drizzle them with melted chocolate or caramel sauce.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.
  • To make the squares ahead of time, bake them and then store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Apricot and cream cheese squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple cream cheese filling and topped with a layer of apricot preserves. The squares are then baked until golden brown and served warm or cold. These squares are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!

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