Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade almond apricot bars, a perfect treat for any occasion. These delectable bars combine the nutty flavor of almonds with the sweet and tangy taste of apricots, creating a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds. With three variations to choose from, you can adjust the sweetness and texture to suit your preferences. Our classic recipe offers a straightforward approach, while the chocolate drizzle and streusel topping variations add extra layers of richness and crunch. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes are easy to follow and will guide you towards creating a batch of almond apricot bars that will impress your friends and family.
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ALMOND APRICOT BARS
Apricot jam provides the fruit flavor in this small pan of sweet dessert bars shared by Olga Wolkosky of Richmond, British Columbia. "They freeze well and are always a hit," she relates. "They're also good with seedless raspberry jam instead."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a microwave, melt 1 cup chips; stir until smooth. Set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in melted chips and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Spread half of the batter into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Spread with jam., Stir remaining chips into remaining batter. Drop by tablespoonfuls over jam; carefully spread over top. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into squares; cut squares in half.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
APRICOT JAM BARS
Delicious, simple jam bars are made with a bit of almond flour for a nutty flavour and rustic texture.
Provided by DREVILFROG
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Beat butter and caster sugar together in a bowl until smooth; beat in egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract.
- Whisk flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Stir flour mixture into butter mixture until a smooth dough forms.
- Press 1/2 of the dough into the prepared baking dish. Spread apricot jam evenly over the dough. Drop remaining dough in small spoonfuls evenly over the jam.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 25 minutes. Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 253.7 mg, Sugar 27.7 g
SUN OVEN ALMOND APRICOT BARS
Yield 24 bar
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set Sun Oven out to preheat Blend together flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor, then add butter and blend until dough begins to form. Transfer to a bowl and knead in oats and almonds until combined. Reserve 3/4 cup dough, then press remainder evenly into the bottom of two buttered 7- by 9- inch metal baking pans* and spread jam over it. Crumble reserved dough evenly over jam, then sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup almonds. Bake in preheated Sun Oven approx. 40 minutes. If you are baking both pans at once, the top one will bake slightly faster. Cool completely in pans on a rack. Loosen from sides of pans with a knife, then lift out in one piece and transfer to a cutting board. Cut into 24 bars. *pans can also be lined with parchment paper instead of buttering them.
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SUN OVEN ALMOND MACAROONS
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set Sun Oven out to preheat. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside 4 whole almonds. Process the remaining almonds and the sugar in a food processor, pulsing, until fine. Add the egg white, almond extract, and salt; pulsing until combined. Divide the mixture into 16 balls and arrange them, 2 inches apart, on the prepared baking sheet. Using moistened hands, slightly flatten the cookies. Press the reserved almonds and the cherries onto the cookies. Bake until lightly brown, about 20 minutes. Cool cookies on a rack. Store them in an airtight container.
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Tips:
- For a sweeter filling, use more apricots and less almonds.
- If you don't have a sun oven, you can bake the bars in a conventional oven at 325°F for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
- To make the bars gluten-free, use gluten-free flour.
- To make the bars vegan, use vegan butter and eggs.
- For a healthier version of the bars, use whole wheat flour and less sugar.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
These sun oven almond apricot bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that's perfect for any occasion. With a crispy crust, a sweet and tangy filling, and a sprinkle of almonds, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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