APRICOT TEA COOKIES

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It just wouldn't be Christmas without these dainty melt-in-your-mouth apricot cookies on my platter! Filled with fruit and drizzled with frosty glaze, they couldn't be more delectable.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 tablespoon sour cream
FILLING:
1-1/4 cups chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup sugar
5 tablespoons orange juice
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in cream cheese and butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add sour cream, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the filling ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Uncover; simmer 7-9 minutes longer or until most of the liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Cool., Divide dough in half. On a well-floured surface, roll out each portion into a 10-in. square; cut each into 2-in. squares. Place about 1/2 teaspoon of filling in the center of each square. Bring two opposite corners of square to the center; pinch firmly to seal. , Place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 325° for 18-20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Combine the glaze ingredients; drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Thandeka Nkosi
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, picnics, and even Christmas cookie exchanges.


Tayyab Zulfiqar
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so pretty and festive.


Sohail Amr
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These cookies are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I've made them several times now, and they're always a hit.


robert Chavez
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These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the combination of apricots and almonds.


Jerry Julius
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I made these cookies for a party, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


Prince_ Rajon
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These cookies are a little bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth it. They're so delicious!


Tarekul islam Siyam
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I'm not a huge fan of apricots, but I really liked these cookies. The apricot flavor is very subtle.


Puja Rini
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These cookies are so soft and chewy. They're perfect for a cold winter day.


Bazm e Nisbat e Mustafa
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I love the almond flavor in these cookies. It gives them a really unique flavor.


99 Beast
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover apricots. I always have a few extra apricots in my fridge, and these cookies are a great way to use them up.


Missy Campbell
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are now one of my favorites.


Wanda White
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, picnics, and even Christmas cookie exchanges.


Faisal Qurban
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so pretty and festive.


Mahede Zaman
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These cookies are the perfect size for a snack or dessert. They're not too big, and they're not too small.


Sweet
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I used dried cherries instead of apricots, and they were just as delicious. These cookies are very versatile, so you can use whatever dried fruit you like.


Ava Depatie
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These cookies are so easy to make, and they turn out perfectly every time. I've made them several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Sonja Fredericks
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I love the combination of apricots and almonds in these cookies. They're a perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Darlene Poblete
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These cookies were a hit with my family! They're soft and chewy, with a delicious apricot flavor. I'll definitely be making them again.