FRENCH APRICOT CREAM CHEESE BARS

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My sister-in-law gave me her recipe for apricot cream cheese bars years ago. They're so yummy, I like to include them with all of the cookies and candy on my Christmas goodie tray.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package French vanilla cake mix (regular size)
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 egg
FILLING:
1 jar (10 to 12 ounces) apricot preserves
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter and egg until crumbly. Remove 1-1/2 cups and set aside. Press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Spread apricot preserves over warm crust., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add egg; beat on low speed just until combined. Drop by spoonfuls and spread over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until center is almost set and topping is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ali Fayaz
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Overall, I thought these bars were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't great either.


Jose Delacruz
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The bars were a little too dense. I think I'll use less flour next time.


pearl obisesan
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The bars were a little too tart for my taste. I think I'll use sweeter apricots next time.


slay
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The crust was a little dry. I think I'll add more butter next time.


Ihedoro Miracle Freeman Obirinonuchukwu
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These bars were a little too sweet for my taste. I think I'll use less sugar next time.


Agu Ebuka
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I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I loved these bars. The cream cheese filling really balances out the tartness of the apricots.


Even Intense
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These bars are so delicious. I can't wait to make them again.


Ab Op
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit.


Chanel Meishia
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These bars are the perfect way to use up leftover apricots.


Malik Shab
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I love that these bars can be made ahead of time. They're perfect for busy weeknights.


Mahi Safi
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These bars are so easy to make. They're the perfect recipe for beginner bakers.


Anoma Samsrakone
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


SHRAWAN THAPA KAJI
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These bars are so rich and decadent. They're perfect for a special occasion.


For Me
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The crust is so flaky and buttery. It's the perfect complement to the creamy filling.


Angie richards
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I love the combination of apricots and cream cheese. These bars are the perfect balance of tart and sweet.


Whendale Nyland
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These bars were a breeze to make. I had them in the oven in less than 30 minutes. They're also really versatile. I've made them with different fruits, like peaches and blueberries, and they've always turned out great.


Md Airf
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I'm not usually a fan of cream cheese bars, but these were surprisingly good. The apricot filling is tart and sweet, and the cream cheese filling is smooth and creamy. The crust is also perfectly flaky.


Yaseer Lawson
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These French Apricot Cream Cheese Bars were a hit at my last dinner party. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. The combination of the sweet apricots, creamy cheese filling, and buttery crust is simply divine.


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