Best 7 Apricot Oatmeal Bars Just Like You Remember Recipes

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Apricot oatmeal bars, a classic treat loved by many, evoke nostalgic memories of warm kitchens and the comforting aroma of baked goods. These delightful bars combine the chewy texture of oats with the sweet and tangy flavor of apricots, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking to recreate a childhood favorite or simply explore a new baking adventure, this article will guide you through finding the best recipe for apricot oatmeal bars that will transport you back in time and satisfy your taste buds.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

APRICOT OAT BARS RECIPE



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I love this apricot oat bars recipe. The bars are delicious and very easy to make. Make them for a lazy Sunday and have them with a cup of coffee in the afternoon, make them for a potluck, so you can be the star of the party or just for yourself when you want something sweet and delicious.

Provided by The Bossy Kitchen

Categories     Bars

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
3/4 cup apricot jam

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • In a big bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt.
  • Add oats and sugar and mix well.
  • Cut in butter until the mixture resembles bread crumbs. The recipe works better if the butter is not very cold.
  • Pat 2/3 of crumbs in a pan with the size of 11x7x1 1/2 inch.
  • Spread the entire surface with apricot jam.
  • Top with remaining crumbs.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the surface is golden bown.
  • Cool and cut in 2 1/2 dozens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 12 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 5 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 40 milligrams sodium, Sugar 9 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

APRICOT OAT BARS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 1h47m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

Vegetable oil cooking spray
1 (13-ounce) jar apricot jam or preserves (about 1 1/4 cups)
8 dried apricots, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces (about 1/3 cup)
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 packed cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 3/4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup (4 ounces) coarsely chopped walnuts
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
1 egg, at room temperature, beaten
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Filling: In a small bowl, mix together the jam and the apricots. Set aside.
  • 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.
  • Using a fork or clean fingers, 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. Bake 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 28 milligrams, Sodium 112 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 16 grams

APRICOT OATMEAL BARS, JUST LIKE YOU REMEMBER!



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I am not much for sweets, but when I do develop a sweet tooth, this is what I make. Please note: this is an adopted recipe and I hope to make it soonest. If you make it before I do, I would appreciate feedback, Thanks ! ZWT REGION: United States of America.

Provided by kiwidutch

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 cups dried apricots, chopped (about 15 to 16 ounces)
4 cups flour
3 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
2 cups packed light brown sugar
4 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray bottom of a 9-by-13-inch rectangular pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Place the apricots in saucepan and cover with water. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat and drain. Set aside.
  • In work bowl of electric mixer, combine flour, oats, sugar, baking soda and salt.
  • Add butter and beat on low speed until a crumbly mixture is formed, about 1 minute. Place half the mixture into the pan and press firmly into an even layer.
  • Spread apricots evenly over surface, then sprinkle remaining crumbs over the top. The pan will be almost full.
  • Bake in center of oven until light golden brown, about 50 minutes. Remove to a rack and cool completely (do not cut while warm or bars will be too crumbly). Gently cut into 24 pieces with a small, sharp knife.
  • Store in airtight container or cookie tin between layers of parchment or waxed paper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.6, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 40.7, Sodium 269.7, Carbohydrate 50.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 25.1, Protein 4.7

APRICOT OATMEAL BARS



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This recipe only has 5 ingredients! So simple so good. You may use strawberry or whatever jam is your favorite.

Provided by Crabbycakes

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix
3 cups old fashioned oats
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, melted
1 1/2 cups apricot jam

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In large bowl, combine cake mix, oats pecans and butter.
  • Mix well until entire mixture clumps.
  • Press half of this mixture evenly into bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Spread apricot jam evenly over surface, and sprinkle remaining half of mixture evenly over jam.
  • Bake 20 minutes, or until well-browned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 815.3, Fat 39.9, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 62.3, Sodium 613.6, Carbohydrate 110.9, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 51, Protein 9.3

OATMEAL APRICOT SQUARES



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Easy to prepare and designed to make a small amount, these squares are a marvelous blend of flavors. It's a dessert that can be stirred up in no time to satisfy a sweet tooth...warm from the oven or as a treat later. -Veronica Roza, Bayport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 16 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
3/4 cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, salt and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. , Press half of the mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Spread with preserves. Sprinkle with remaining oat mixture; gently press down. , Bake at 350° for 38-42 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICED APRICOT BAKED OATMEAL



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Eat these spiced oatmeal squares while they're still warm for a cozy morning treat. I freeze mine in single servings so I can grab, go and microwave when I get to work. I'm not too humble to say I have the best breakfast in the office. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
3 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup butter, melted
TOPPINGS:
3 cups vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup apricot preserves, warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix first 5 ingredients; stir in oats, apricots and pecans. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, applesauce and vanilla; gradually whisk in melted butter. Stir into oat mixture., Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cut into 12 portions; serve with toppings. Freeze option: Freeze cooled portions of oatmeal in airtight freezer containers. To use, microwave each portion on high for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. Serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 280mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

APRICOT GINGER CRUMBLE OAT BARS (GLUTEN FREE)



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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

1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
½ cup almond meal
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
½ cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cups pitted and diced apricots
1 tablespoon diced fresh ginger

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

Tips:

  • Use ripe apricots for the best flavor. If fresh apricots are not available, you can use dried apricots that have been soaked in hot water for 15 minutes.
  • If you don't have old-fashioned oats, you can use quick-cooking oats. Just be sure to reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes.
  • To make the bars more chewy, add an extra 1/2 cup of oats to the batter.
  • For a sweeter bar, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar to the batter.
  • If you want a crunchier bar, sprinkle the top with chopped nuts or seeds before baking.
  • The bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Apricot Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. They are packed with healthy ingredients like oats, apricots, and nuts, and they are also a good source of fiber and protein. Whether you are looking for a classic recipe or something new and exciting, these Apricot Oatmeal Bars are sure to please. So next time you are looking for a tasty and healthy snack, give these bars a try!

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