Best 6 Chewy Apricot Coconut Bars Diabetic Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful treat that caters to your sweet cravings without compromising your health goals. These chewy apricot coconut bars are a delectable fusion of flavors and textures, crafted specifically for individuals with diabetes. This recipe collection offers variations to suit different dietary preferences, including gluten-free, sugar-free, and low-carb options. Each bar is a symphony of chewy apricot filling, nestled between a tender coconut crust and a sprinkle of crunchy nuts. The natural sweetness of apricots harmonizes perfectly with the subtle coconut notes, creating a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're looking for a satisfying snack, a sweet ending to a meal, or a healthy dessert, these apricot coconut bars promise to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT APRICOT BARS RECIPE



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A terrific coconut apricot bar that can be customized using your favorite jam

Provided by Liz Berg

Categories     Bar Cookies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup flour*
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/3 cups coconut, I used sweetened Angel Flake
1/2 cup slivered almonds plus more to sprinkle over bars
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
13-ounce jar apricot preserves (may use other flavors)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350º. Line 9 x 13 baking pan with non-stick foil (or regular foil sprayed with cooking spray).
  • In large mixing bowl cream butter and sugar. Add egg, mix well. Mix together the flour and baking powder and add to the butter mixture. Add coconut, nuts and vanilla, blending well.
  • Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared baking pan. Spread with preserves. Crumble remaining dough over top of preserves. Sprinkle with a handful more of almonds if desired.
  • Bake at 350° for 30 - 35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 0 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 0 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 bar, Sodium 0 milligrams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat

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.

AMY'S CHEWY COCONUT BARS (DIABETIC)



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I was looking for a good bar cookie to add to my cookie tray that was suitable for Redneck Epicurean who was diabetic. We were partners in a holiday cookie swap and I was in awe of her cheerfulness even when she was in tremendous pain. She loved them and in her honor I am renaming this bar for her. Combining coconuts and walnuts with a faint hint of maple really appealed to me so I decided to give it a try as well as posting here for others as well as for future reference. According to the source this bar has 126 cal., 2 g pro., 10 g carbo., 9 g fat, 27 mg chol., 141 mg sodium.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 25m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
5 1/4 teaspoons Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring
1/2 cup margarine, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup coconut, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350 degrees.
  • Using a mixer, beat eggs, Splenda and maple flavoring in medium bowl. Blend in in margarine and vanilla.
  • Combine flour, baking powder and salt in small bowl. Stir into egg mixture. Fold in coconut, walnuts, and raisins.
  • Spread batter evenly in greased 8-inch square baking pan.
  • Bake until browned and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack.
  • Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.8, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 23.2, Sodium 137, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.8, Protein 1.8

CHEWY APRICOT COCONUT BARS (DIABETIC)



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This is a variation on my Recipe #487220. Came up with this in order to use up some extra dried fruit and to make sure my trays this year looked a little different from prior offerings.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 25m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 egg
2 egg whites
5 teaspoons Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring
1/2 cup margarine, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup coconut, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts (optional) or 1/2 cup almonds (optional)
1/3 cup dried apricot, finely diced
2 tablespoons candied ginger, finely diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350 degrees.
  • Using a mixer, beat eggs, Splenda and almond flavoring in medium bowl. Blend in in margarine and vanilla.
  • Measure out the flour and combine 1 tablespoon with the diced apricots to get the fruit to separate into bits.
  • Combine the rest of the flour with the baking powder and salt in small bowl. Stir into egg mixture. Fold in coconut, hazelnuts or almonds, and floured apricots.
  • Spread batter evenly in greased 8-inch square baking pan.
  • Bake until browned and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack.
  • Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.2, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 11.6, Sodium 139.2, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 1.8

APRICOT COCONUT COOKIES



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These fancy, chewy cookies are made without eggs. Our son's allergy got me searching for treats he can enjoy...and we love them, too. -Sara Kennedy, Manassas, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup cold butter
3 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup apricot preserves
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
1-1/2 teaspoons butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and baking powder. Cut in butter and cream cheese until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add coconut and preserves; mix well. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. , In a small bowl, combine all the glaze ingredients. Spoon over cookies.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEWY COCONUT BARS



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You can't eat just one of these delicious bar cookies packed with chocolate, coconut, and walnuts.

Provided by Myrtis Gunnels

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Coconut

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup shortening
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
¾ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In large bowl, cream the shortening, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla extract. Slowly blend in flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well blended. Fold in chocolate chips, walnuts and coconut. Spread the mixture evenly in pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 118 mg, Sugar 32.4 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe, juicy apricots. This will ensure that your bars are full of flavor.
  • Don't overcook the apricots. They should be soft but still hold their shape.
  • Use unsweetened coconut flakes. This will help to keep the bars low in sugar.
  • Press the crust firmly into the pan. This will help to prevent the bars from crumbling.
  • Bake the bars until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help to prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

These chewy apricot coconut bars are a delicious and healthy treat that are perfect for people with diabetes. They are made with whole wheat flour, oats, and unsweetened coconut flakes, and they are naturally sweetened with honey and apricots. These bars are also a good source of fiber and protein, making them a satisfying snack or dessert.

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