Best 6 Honey Apricot Bars Recipes
Indulge in the delectable delight of Honey Apricot Bars, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delectable treats are a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and buttery goodness. With a golden-brown crust, a layer of velvety apricot filling, and a drizzle of sweet honey glaze, these bars are a feast for the eyes and the palate. Perfect for any occasion, from potlucks to picnics to sweet cravings, Honey Apricot Bars are sure to be a hit. Dive into the step-by-step recipe to discover the secrets behind this irresistible treat, along with variations and delightful serving suggestions.
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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
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.
MOST AWESOME APRICOT OATMEAL BARS
Another apricot recipe from my Mom's collection. These also have honey and that was a BIG deal on Shupert's Honey Farm. At one point my Dad kept over 200 hives of bees. Honey was never in short supply in our kitchen. Honey adds moistness to baked goods which is wonderful. Just don't use too much of the stronger flavored honey in...
Provided by Kathie Carr
Categories Cookies
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Combine apricots and water and cook in a small covered pan for 10 minutes at medium heat. Remove the lid and continue to cook until apricots are tender and almost all of the water has evaporated. Add preserves, 1 tablespoon sugar, and almond extract. Stir and cook until preserves are melted and everything is well mixed. Remove from heat and cool.
- 2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine butter, brown sugar, honey, flour, oats, baking powder and salt. Mix together well. Press 1/2 of this mixture in the bottom of a 9 by 13 inch baking pan. Spread cooled filling over crust spreading evenly. Top with remaining oatmeal-flour mixture. Press down on top gently to get air gaps out.
- 3. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Do not over-bake. Remove from oven. Cool slightly. Run a knife around the edges of pan to loosen and then cut in bars. After cutting, leave in pan to cool completely.
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APRICOT OAT BARS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 1h47m
Yield 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 by 13 by 2-inch metal baking dish with vegetable oil cooking spray. Line the bottom and sides of the pan with parchment paper. Spray the parchment paper with vegetable oil cooking spray and set aside.
- Filling: In a small bowl, mix together the jam and the apricots. Set aside.
- Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt and baking soda. Stir in the oats and walnuts. Add the butter, egg and vanilla and stir until incorporated.
- Using a fork or clean fingers, lightly press half of the crust mixture onto the bottom of the prepared pan. Using a spatula, spread the filling over the crust leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge of the pan. Cover the filling with the remaining crust mixture and gently press to flatten. Bake until light golden, about 30 to 35 minutes. Cool for 1 hour. Cut into bars and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 28 milligrams, Sodium 112 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 16 grams
HONEY BARS
Sweet, chewy, and just plain ol' good with a tasty glaze. My mother used to make these all the time when I was little. The pecans are optional. The prep time is estimated.
Provided by Schnookie Wookums
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 25m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the bars:.
- Preaheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Lightly grease and flour 9x13 baking pan.
- Mix oil, honey, egg and vanilla in large mixing bowl.
- In separate bowl, mix sugar, flour, cinnamon, pecans, salt and baking soda.
- Mix dry ingredients into moist.
- Put into baking pan.
- Bake 15-20 minutes.
- Icing:.
- Combine all ingredients and pour over hot bars fresh out of the oven.
Tips:
- For a chewier bar, use 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup of whole wheat flour.
- To make the bars even more apricot-y, use 1 cup of dried apricots and 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts.
- If you don't have honey on hand, you can substitute it with 1 cup of granulated sugar.
- For a vegan version of these bars, use 1/2 cup of melted coconut oil instead of butter.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
These honey apricot bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give these bars a try!
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