APRICOT - DATE BARS

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A moist type bar cookie. Delicious!

Provided by Esther Kenagy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Date

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
1 ¾ cups drained stewed apricots
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons apricot nectar
¾ cup shortening, melted
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups quick cooking oats
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • To Make Filling: Cook together the dates, drained cooked apricots, white sugar and apricot juice. Cook for about three minutes, or until it resembles jam.
  • To Make Crust: Mix together melted shortening (part butter), brown sugar, all-purpose flour, baking soda, quick cooking oats, and vanilla.
  • Press half of the crust mixture on bottom of well greased 9 x 12 x 2 inch pan. Cover with filling. Top with rest of crumbs. Press down gently.
  • Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 56.5 mg, Sugar 20.8 g

Mai Garcia
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The texture of these bars is a bit dry.


Shenell Robinson
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These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste.


Eileen Achieng
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I love that these bars can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free oats.


Vincent Chang
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These bars are the perfect addition to any lunch box. They're healthy, filling, and delicious.


Brandon Baker
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I love the way these bars look. They're so colorful and festive.


GullBhahar Matoo
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These bars are a great source of fiber and energy. They're the perfect snack to power me through my afternoon workout.


Leon Lingthep
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I love that these bars are not too sweet. They're the perfect treat to satisfy my sweet tooth without making me feel guilty.


ShehranKhan ShehranKhan
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover apricots and dates.


Joy Bryer
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I love experimenting with different dried fruits in these bars. I've tried raisins, cranberries, and even cherries. They're all delicious!


Sohail Radin
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These bars are the perfect make-ahead snack. I love to make a batch on the weekend and then enjoy them throughout the week.


Cassiem Casba
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I've been making these bars for years, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Da Real Beretta
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These bars are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can handle them.


ZAITUNA G
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I love the way these bars smell while they're baking. The whole house fills with the aroma of apricots and dates.


Md Sadi
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These bars are a hit at every party I bring them to. They're always the first to disappear!


Glen Evans
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I love that these bars are made with wholesome ingredients. They're a great snack for my family, and I don't have to feel guilty about giving them to my kids.


Barbie Jeffowints
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These bars are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The apricots add a natural sweetness, while the dates provide a hint of tartness.


Vicky Blues
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The texture of these bars is amazing! The oat crumble topping adds a nice crunch, while the apricot and date filling is soft and chewy.


Boss Kalu
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few pantry staples, I can whip up a batch of these bars in no time.


Sharif Islam
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These apricot date bars are a delightful treat! The combination of sweet apricots, chewy dates, and a crispy oat crumble topping is simply irresistible.