APRICOT SHORTBREAD SQUARES

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These fruity bars taste and look so good, people will have a hard time believing how quick they can be prepared. They're bound to become a favorite with your family.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, separated
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 jars (12 ounces each) apricot preserves
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well (mixture will be crumbly). Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Carefully spread with apricot preserves., In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully spread over preserves (egg white layer will be thin). Sprinkle with walnuts. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and edges are bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Habib Kakar
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Ibrahim Abdallah
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These squares are so easy to make, but they look and taste like they came from a bakery.


Bidhan Shing
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I love the way the apricots and shortbread complement each other.


wilfred omwenga
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These squares are always a hit at my parties.


Nasim Ahmed
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Perfect for a summer picnic!


rebkshi007 Boom
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Would definitely make again!


Gracie Cantu
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5/5 stars!


Haroon Zaki
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Overall, I really enjoyed these apricot shortbread squares. They're a delicious and easy-to-make treat that's perfect for any occasion.


haiderali shiekh
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I had some trouble getting the shortbread crust to come together, but the squares still turned out delicious.


Abdoulie Ceesay
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These squares are a bit too crumbly for my taste, but the flavor is great.


Pheletso Refilwe
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The apricot filling is a bit too sweet for me, but the shortbread crust is amazing.


Sesath 2011
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I've made these squares several times and they're always a favorite. They're so versatile and can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dessert.


Kadir ftwi Kadir ftwi
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These squares are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the way the apricots complement the shortbread crust.


Jar
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


GenisANDHerb
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I followed the recipe exactly and the squares turned out perfectly. They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing.


Hasib Sarder
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I made these for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Alexis Jamica
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These apricot shortbread squares were a delightful treat! The shortbread crust was buttery and crumbly, and the apricot filling was tart and sweet. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.