Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that is apricot streusel bars, a delectable treat that combines the tangy sweetness of apricots with the buttery, crumbly goodness of streusel topping. This heavenly dessert is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, with a tender, cake-like base, a layer of juicy apricot filling, and a crunchy, golden-brown streusel topping. The apricot filling, made with fresh or dried apricots, provides a burst of fruity sweetness, while the streusel topping adds a delightful crunch and buttery flavor. These bars are not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, as they can be enjoyed on their own, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or even paired with a dollop of whipped cream. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to create these irresistible apricot streusel bars.
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WINNING APRICOT BARS
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
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 CRUMBLE BARS
These delicious Apricot Crumble Bars are a fun dessert recipe!
Provided by Kim
Categories Dessert
Time 2h50m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375F.
- Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper or foil. Spray the dish with non stick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, almond flour, sugar, and salt. Using a stand mixer or electric mixer, beat 16 Tablespoons (2 sticks, 1/2 pound) of butter at low speed into the flour until it is incorporated and looks like wet sand. (Alternatively, do this in a large bowl with your fingers, squishing the butter into the flour).
- Remove one cup of the flour mixture for the topping and set aside.
- Take the remaining flour mixture and press it into an even layer across the bottom of the dish.
- Bake the bottom crust in the dish until the edges just start to brown, approximately 15 minutes.
- While the bottom crust is baking, combine the reserved flour mixture, oats, almonds, and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Stir to combine.
- Add the remaining 2 Tablespoons of butter to the almond mixture and pinch it to combine, making clumps of the streusel. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the apricot jam, diced apricots, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
- When the bottom crust has been removed from the oven, spread the apricot jam mixture across the warm crust. Then sprinkle the streusel mixture across the top.
- Bake the crumble bars for approximately 20-25 minutes until the top is browned and the edges of the apricot mixture are bubbling.
- Let cool completely or until just slightly warm, approximately 2 hours. Use the foil or parchment to remove the bars from the dish and cut into pieces. Re-warm if desired in pieces or as a whole. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 258 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 bar
APRICOT BARS
These hearty bars are a fruity and flavorful treat!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In 1-quart saucepan, cook all filling ingredients, stirring constantly, just to boiling over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apricots are tender and filling has thickened. Cool.
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix 1 cup whole wheat flour, the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In large bowl, beat egg, brown sugar, oil, orange juice concentrate and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in flour mixture until blended. Reserve 1/2 cup dough mixture for topping.
- Pat remaining dough in pan. Spread filling over dough. Add remaining 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour and the butter to reserved dough mixture. With pastry blender or fork, mix until crumby; sprinkle over filling.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until top is golden and firm. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 105 mg
APRICOT STREUSEL CHEESECAKE BARS
Try Apricot Streusel Cheesecake Bars! With a nutty, buttery oatmeal crust, these streusel cheesecake bars are one layer of yumminess after another.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dairy
Time 5h45m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides. Combine oats, flour, butter, nuts and 1/2 cup sugar. Press half the oat mixture onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 10 min.
- Beat cream cheese, vanilla and remaining sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add sour cream; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended. Pour over crust.
- Spoon preserves over batter, sprinkle with remaining oat mixture.
- Bake 45 min. or until center is almost set. Cool completely. Refrigerate 4 hours. Use foil handles to lift cheesecake from pan before cutting into bars to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g
APRICOT STREUSEL BARS
I clipped this from a magazine years ago, and just now came across it again. I was introduced to the wonders of apricot in baked goods by my grandmother, who made an apricot-filled pastry every Christmas. Ever since, I have a weakness for apricot in my holiday cookies, and so I'm always looking for new recipes to add to my collection. Though I haven't tried this one yet, I just know it's a winner -- with a walnut crust and a tangy apricot filling, how could these bars be anything but scrumptious? :)
Provided by Lynne M
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 48 bars, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In medium saucepan, combine apricots and water; simmer, uncovered, over medium-high heat for 25 minutes or until water is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Cool.
- While apricots are simmering, make the crust: Place 2 cups flour, walnuts, and and 3/4 cup powdered sugar in food processor; process until blended and nuts are finely chopped. Add butter; process until mixture resembles coarse crumbs (DO NOT process until mixture becomes smooth). Reserve 1 1/2 cups crumb mixture. Press remaining mixture in bottom of pan.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly browned around edges.
- While crust is baking, finish making the filling: Place cooked apricots in same food processor (you do NOT need to wash it first). Add eggs, lemon juice, sugar, 1/3 cup flour and salt; process until blended.
- Pour filling over crust. Sprinkle reserved 1 1/2 cups crumb mixture over the top. Return to oven; bake an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until filling is set and top is light brown. Cool in pan on wire rack. Cut into bars, and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.8, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 27.8, Sodium 31.2, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 10.2, Protein 1.7
BUTTERSCOTCH APRICOT STREUSEL BARS
Make and share this Butterscotch Apricot Streusel Bars recipe from Food.com.
Provided by KitchenKelly
Categories Candy
Time 50m
Yield 36 bars, 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For Filling:.
- In a medium saucepan, combing apricots and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until water evapourates and mixture is thickened.
- Set aside.
- For Cookie Layer:.
- Preheat oven to 375.
- In a small bowl, combing 1 3/4 cups of flour, oats, salt and baking soda. Set aside.
- In large bowl combine molasses and butter and beat until creamy.
- Gradually beat in flour mixture.
- Remove 1 cup of mixture and place in small bowl. Set aside.
- Press remaining mixture into foil lined 9 by 13 inch baking pan.
- Top with filling and set aside.
- Add remaining 1/4 cup flour to reserved mixture, stir until crumbs form.
- Stir in butterscotch morsels and sprinkle crumb mixture on top.
- Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes.
- Cool completely on wire rack
- Cut into 2 by 1 1/2 inch bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.1, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 92, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 10.7, Protein 1.7
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe apricots for the best flavor.
- If you don't have any apricots, you can substitute another fruit, such as peaches, blueberries, or raspberries.
- Be sure to measure your flour correctly. Too much flour can make the bars dry and crumbly.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
- Bake the bars until they are just set in the center. Overbaking can make them dry.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold together better.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Conclusion:
Apricot streusel bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple buttery crust, a sweet and tangy apricot filling, and a crunchy streusel topping. These bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!
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