APRICOT MUD HEN CAKE BARS
These mud hen bars have been in my family for generations. My maternal grandmother gave this recipe to my mother, who shared it with me. I've been told the name comes from the speckled meringue topping that resembles the coloring of hens. -Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 24 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and salt; beat into creamed mixture. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 12-15 minutes., Meanwhile for meringue, with clean beaters, beat egg whites with cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form; gently fold in pecans., Spread preserves over hot cake. Spread meringue over preserves, sealing meringue to edges of pan. Bake until meringue is golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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[email protected]Overall, I really enjoyed these apricot mud hen cake bars. They're easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.
Ghouri Prince
[email protected]I would have liked these bars more if they were less sweet.
Adel Sarsak
[email protected]These bars are a bit pricey to make, but they're worth it.
Saif Hasan
[email protected]I love that these bars can be made ahead of time. They're perfect for busy weeknights.
Bongani Masuku
[email protected]These bars are perfect for a party or potluck.
Daniel Mulenga
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but these bars were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to make them again.
Dame Leighann
[email protected]These bars are really easy to make, but they look like they took a lot of effort.
Network Tjindunda
[email protected]I had some trouble finding apricot preserves, but I used peach preserves instead and they turned out great.
Caro Ando
[email protected]These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.
Helena A
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of apricots, but I really enjoyed these bars. The chocolate and pecans balance out the tartness of the apricots perfectly.
Alashia Lewis
[email protected]These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The apricots really shine through.
Lamran Kami
[email protected]I made these bars for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.
Formekong Leonel
[email protected]These bars are so delicious and decadent. I love the gooey apricot filling and the crunchy pecans.
kyrie
[email protected]I've made these bars several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of apricots, chocolate, and nuts is perfect.
Brendan Teague
[email protected]These apricot mud hen cake bars were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.