APRICOT-COCONUT SQUARES

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The yummiest apricot-coconut squares you've ever tasted!

Provided by Jo Whattam

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Coconut

Time 1h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅔ cup dried apricots
1 cup water
2 eggs
1 cup packed light brown sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup chopped walnuts
¾ cup flaked coconut
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix together butter, sugar, and 1 cup flour. Press into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in preheated oven. In small saucepan, bring apricots and water to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. Drain, chop, and set aside to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, beat eggs and brown sugar. Stir in 1/3 cup flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla, and lemon juice. Fold in nuts and chopped apricots. Stir in coconut, if desired. Pour over the prepared crust.
  • Bake for an additional 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm. Cool, and dust with confectioners' sugar before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 77.2 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

Leon Carson
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I would make these squares again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe. I would use a different filling and I would add more butter to the crust.


Kyrie Nurenberg
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These squares are just okay. They're not bad, but they're not amazing either.


Hafiz ji Hafiz ji
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my squares turned out really dry. I think I might have overbaked them.


Muhammad Mudasir
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These squares are a bit too expensive to make. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


MONZE villegas
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I love the idea of these squares, but I think I would prefer them with a different filling. Maybe a lemon or raspberry filling.


daud baloch
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I followed the recipe exactly and my squares turned out great! I'm not sure why some people are having problems with them.


Loay Moustafa
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The crust on these squares is a bit dry. I would add more butter next time.


starfan 13
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These squares are a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Brayo
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I've made these squares several times and I've never had any problems with them. They're always a hit with my family and friends.


Tahireh Lewin
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I made these squares with gluten-free flour and they turned out great! They're a great option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.


OVERDOSE
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These squares are the perfect size for a snack or dessert. They're also great for packing in lunches.


quratulain zahra
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I love that these squares can be made ahead of time. They're perfect for busy weeknights.


Michael Dunfee
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These squares are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can make them.


Meer Sahar Sindhi
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed these squares. The apricots and coconut are a great combination.


Young Tee_SA
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These squares are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love the chewy texture of the coconut.


Blkberry kizz
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I made these squares for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Mustafa Sandhu
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These squares are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Oppo A3s
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The combination of apricots and coconut is amazing.


Eti Saha
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I've made these squares several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Main Ahsan
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These apricot coconut squares were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.