Best 5 Apricot Nectar Cookies Recipes

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Are you ready to embark on a delightful baking adventure and create a batch of the most irresistible apricot nectar cookies? With their sweet and tangy apricot flavor, these delectable treats are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. As you follow our carefully crafted recipe, you'll discover the perfect balance of flavors and textures, making these cookies an absolute delight. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to indulge in a heavenly experience with our apricot nectar cookie recipe.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

WINNING APRICOT BARS



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This recipe is down-home baking at its best, and it really represents all regions of the country. It's won blue ribbons at county fairs and cookie contests in several states! Easy to make, it's perfect for potluck suppers, bake sales, lunchboxes or just plain snacking.-Jill Moritz, Irvine, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 jar (10 to 12 ounces) apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In a small bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture, mixing well. Fold in coconut and walnuts., Press two-thirds of dough onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Spread with preserves; crumble remaining dough over preserves. Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APRICOT COOKIES



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These cookies have a great tart and sweet taste. These are not just a Christmas cookie, but they get asked for every year! You can substitute cranberry sauce for apricot preserve, or try doing half apricot and half cranberry, yum!

Provided by Kathy Lusk

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Apricot

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup apricot preserves
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cream the butter and sugar in a medium size mixing bowl. Mix flour, baking powder, salt, egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture. Cool dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • On a lightly floured surface roll dough out to 1/4 inch thick. Cut the dough into rounds with a round cookie cutter or glass. Using the tip of a teaspoon place a small drop of apricot preserves into the middle of the circle. Brush edges with water and fold the dough over so that the cookie is in the shape of a half moon; seal edges Arrange on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Dust the cookies with powdered sugar while still hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 126.5 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

APRICOT-FILLED COOKIES



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The recipe for these rich, buttery cookies originally called for dates. Apricots have long been my favorite fruit, so using them as a substitute seemed natural. -Bonnie Waliezer, Brush Prairie, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup shortening
1-2/3 cups sugar, divided
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups canned apricots, mashed
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine apricots, water, almonds, lemon juice and remaining sugar. Cook and stir until thickened, about 15 minutes. Cool completely. , Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion to 1/8-in thickness. Cut half of the dough with a floured 2-1/2-in. round cookie cutter. Cut second portion with a 2-1/2-in. doughnut cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are very lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. To assemble, spread bottom of solid cookies with filling; top with cutout cookies. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MOM'S APRICOT NECTAR DESSERT



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Make and share this Mom's Apricot Nectar Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Calista

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box lemon cake mix
1 cup apricot nectar
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup oil
4 eggs
1 cup powdered sugar
lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine lemon cake mix, apricot nectar, sugar and oil in large bowl.
  • Beat for 3 minutes.
  • Add 1 egg at a time, mix after each one.
  • Pour mixture into greased and floured pan.
  • (you can use either a bundt or rectangle 13" x 9" pan) Bake at 325* for 1 hour or until done.
  • (check a few times toward the end, don't want it to dry out.) Cool right side up 5 minutes then remove from bundt pan or leave in rectangle pan.
  • Mix 1 cup powdered sugar and enough lemon juice to make a glaze.
  • Pour over still warm cake to make a glaze over top and let it drizzle down the sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605.4, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 107.1, Sodium 466.4, Carbohydrate 83.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 60.1, Protein 6.1

APRICOT NECTAR DESSERT



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This is a very light and delicious desert. I have never been a fan of apricots, but I love this tasty treat.

Provided by Victoriah

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) angel food cake
1 (46 ounce) can apricot nectar
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 (8 ounce) package whipped topping
1 cup walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Line a greased 9x12 inch pan with chunks of angel food cake.
  • Cook apricot nectar, corn starch, and sugar until thick.
  • Pour sauce over angel food cake.
  • Cool in refrigerator.
  • Spread whipped topping over cake.
  • Sprinkle with chopped walnuts and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 222.5, Carbohydrate 71.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 54.7, Protein 3.4

Tips:

  • For a chewier cookie, use less flour and more apricot nectar.
  • For a crispier cookie, use more flour and less apricot nectar.
  • If you don't have apricot nectar, you can substitute another fruit juice or water.
  • Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just barely set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

Apricot nectar cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these delicious cookies that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these apricot nectar cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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