ALMOND APRICOT BARS

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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

2 cups white baking chips, divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup apricot jam
1/2 cup sliced almonds

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.

Bilkisu Ibrahim
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Meh.


ARZO BHATTI009
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These bars were a flop. The crust was too dry and the filling was too runny. I don't think I'll be trying this recipe again.


Malik Shahbaz
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I had some trouble getting the crust to come together. I ended up adding a little bit of water to help it bind.


Nila Akhtar
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Oyinye Okpechi
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I loved the texture of these bars. The crust was crispy and the filling was soft and chewy. The flavors were also on point. Definitely a keeper!


Belay Deress
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These bars were delicious! The filling was perfectly tart and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making these again.


Jordyn
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I've made these bars countless times and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet apricots and nutty almonds is irresistible.


Jonathan Hunt
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These almond apricot bars were a hit at our last potluck! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.