Apricot oat bars are a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors, making them a favorite breakfast or snack. The crumbly oat crust provides a satisfying base for the chewy apricot filling, while the cinnamon-sugar topping adds a touch of sweetness and crunch. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect apricot oat bars, with tips and tricks to ensure success. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.
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APRICOT GINGER CRUMBLE OAT BARS (GLUTEN FREE)
Slightly buttery and crunchy with great oat flavor. Apricots and the slightly citrusy and peppery ginger are meant to be together! These bars are a great way to transform fruits and oats into something every kid, big and small, will devour!
Provided by RitaAnn
Categories Desserts Cookies Fruit Cookie Recipes Apricot
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch baking dish and line with parchment paper; grease parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, almond meal, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Add oats, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup white sugar; whisk to blend and break up clumps of brown sugar. Pour melted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract over flour mixture; stir with a spatula until moistened.
- Press 2/3 of the flour mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to make the crust.
- Whisk 1/3 cup white sugar and cornstarch together in a small bowl. Add apricots and ginger and toss to coat.
- Spread apricot mixture over the crust. Sprinkle remaining 1/3 of the flour mixture on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown and crisp and filling is bubbling, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool completely before cutting into bars, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 107.2 mg, Sugar 27.1 g
APRICOT OAT BARS
With an oat-filled crust and golden crumb topping, these apricot-filled bars are sweet and chewy. "Snackers can't resist my fruit treats," tells Dorothy Myrick of Kent, Washington.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 16 bars.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Add oil and apple juice; stir until moistened. Set aside 1/2 cup for topping. , Press remaining oat mixture into an 11x7-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Spread the apricot fruit spread to within 1/4 in. of edges. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture. Bake at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 24mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
APRICOT OAT BARS
This is a recipe from Giada De Laurentis on the Food Channel. Mine came out a little dry, so I think next time I'll use more of the apricot preserves and I think my oven might run a little hot, so I might try baking it a little less then the 30 minutes. They are good though, especially with a cup of coffee!
Provided by Wendy Gardner
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Put an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 by 13 by 2-inch metal baking dish with vegetable oil cooking spray. Line the bottom and sides of the pan with parchment paper. Spray the parchment paper with vegetable oil cooking spray and set aside.
- 2. Filling: In a small bowl, mix together the jam and the apricots. Set aside.
- 3. Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt and baking soda. Stir in the oats and walnuts. Add the butter, egg and vanilla and stir until incorporated.
- 4. Using a fork or clean fingers, (I found that using your fingers is the easiest!) lightly press half of the crust mixture onto the bottom of the prepared pan. Using a spatula, spread the filling over the crust, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge of the pan. Cover the filling with the remaining crust mixture and gently press to flatten.
- 5. Bake in a 350 degree F. oven until light golden, about 30 to 35 minutes. Cool for 1 hour. Cut into bars and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
APRICOT-PISTACHIO OAT BARS
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8x8x2-inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over pan edges. Lightly coat foil with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. 2. In a medium bowl combine flour, oats, and brown sugar. Stir in butter until mixture clings together. Press 3/4 cup of the oats mixture into bottom of pan. 3. For filling, in a small saucepan over low heat bring condensed milk and, if desired, saffron or cardamom to boiling. In a bowl combine coconut, nuts, dates, and apricots; add condensed milk mixture. Stir to combine. Pour coconut mixture over oats layer, using a spatula to spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining oats mixture over filling. 4. Bake for 30 minutes or until lightly golden. Coolon a rack for 5 minutes. Lift from pan by foil edges; cool completely. Cut in rectangles.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, juicy apricots: The quality of your apricots will greatly impact the flavor of your bars. Look for apricots that are plump, brightly colored, and have a sweet aroma.
- Use a food processor to quickly and easily chop the apricots: This will save you time and effort, and it will also ensure that the apricots are evenly chopped.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the bars tough. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined.
- Press the dough firmly into the pan: This will help to prevent the bars from crumbling when you cut them.
- Bake the bars until they are golden brown on top: This will ensure that they are cooked through.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help to prevent them from falling apart.
Conclusion:
Apricot oat bars are a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your bars chewy or crispy, tart or sweet, there is an apricot oat bar recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a tasty and nutritious snack, give apricot oat bars a try!
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