When you're looking for a delightful treat, few things can compare to the irresistible flavors and textures of apricot pecan bars. As the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, these delightful treats have a golden crust enveloping a luscious layer of apricot preserves and a generous topping of crunchy pecans. Whether you serve them as a decadent dessert or a sweet snack, every bite of an apricot pecan bar is an unforgettable experience that will satisfy cravings and leave you wanting more. In this article, we will delve into the world of apricot pecan bars, exploring variations, providing tips for baking success, and sharing some of our favorite recipes to help you create this delectable treat at home and enjoy all its glory.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
APRICOT PECAN BARS
Give your kids a breakfast boost with these homemade apricot bars. Unlike many packaged granola bars, our recipe contains whole grain oats, loaded with soluble fiber, selenium and B vitamins. Eating whole-grain snacks is a great way to get more fiber into your family's diet for long-lasting energy and lower cancer risk. Real dried apricots pack vitamin A and potassium while pecans add a hearty crunch and, with silken tofu, gives extra protein power.
Provided by AICR
Categories vegetarian, whole grains, breakfast, dessert
Time 1h5m
Yield 24 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Spread oats and pecans on large (15x10 inch) baking dish. Bake until lightly brown and fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Transfer to large mixing bowl and add cereal, apricots and flour
- stir to combine.
- Puree tofu, egg, applesauce, oil, honey, vanilla and lemon zest in a blender until smooth. Make a well in the center of the oat mixture and fold in the tofu mixture until combined. Coat 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray and spread the mixture uniformly in the dish.
- Bake until firm in the center and golden brown, approximately 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool completely in the dish before cutting into bars with a sharp knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories
APRICOT PECAN BARS
"A friend gave me this recipe years ago, and my grandchildren and great-grandchildren really enjoy the moist sweet bars." Verlene Hendricks writes from Roswell, New Mexico. "Instead of apricot, you can substitute you favorite preserves if you wish."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Unroll crescent dough into a rectangle; press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 1 cup pecans, confectioners' sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Spoon preserves over the top., In a large bowl, combine the flour and brown sugar; cut in butter. Add the coconut and remaining pecans. Sprinkle over preserves. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
APRICOT-CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE BITES
These mini pecan bites are the perfect finger food for dessert, enticingly addictive. One bite and they'll be asking, "what is that in there?" For planning purposes, figure 2 or 3 (maybe more) per person.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Desserts Pies Pecan Pie Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Place the phyllo cups on the baking sheet. Add about 1/4 teaspoon apricot preserves to each cup, followed by 1/4 teaspoon mini chocolate chips; set aside.
- Combine pecans, brown sugar, half-and-half, honey, and rum extract in a small mixing bowl. Stir well. Distribute the pecan mixture equally among the phyllo cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges start to turn golden brown, about 10 minutes. Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 13.2 mg, Sugar 8 g
WINNING APRICOT BARS
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
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 BARS WITH SHORTBREAD CRUST
A moist apricot-walnut layer on top of a light buttery shortbread crust. The crust for these bars must be made on a processor. These are wonderful to serve to guests! The apricot filling can be prepared hours in advance. Yield is only estimated depending on the size of bars. Cooking time is for the filling and crust.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h20m
Yield 36 bars
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- For the shortbread crust: blend flour, sugar and salt together for about 10 seconds in a processor.
- Add in cold butter using on/off turns, and process until coarse meal forms.
- Press crumbs firmly into bottom of the pan.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the center is golden, remove and keep oven heat on to same temperature.
- To make the filling: place apricots in a small saucepan and add enough water to cover; bring to a boil and simmer until soft (about 4 minutes) drain, and set aside.
- In a small bowl sift together flour, baking powder and salt.
- Using an electric mixer beat eggs in a large bowl for about 2 minutes.
- Add in brown sugar and vanilla and beat until thick.
- Stir in flour mixture.
- Mix/mix in the apricots and nuts.
- Spread over the shortbread crust.
- Bake for about 35 minutes, or until puffed and dark golden brown.
- Cool in dish.
- Cut into small squares or triangles, and dust lightly with powdered sugar.
EASY APRICOT BARS
Make and share this Easy Apricot Bars recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dave5003
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h10m
Yield 48 bars
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cream room temperature butter with sugar until fluffy.
- Blend in the one egg yolk.
- Mix in 2 cups of flour , and the nuts .
- Divide dough in two parts.
- Spread or press 1 part in a greased 9 x 13 pan.
- Cover with the apricot jam.
- Drop remaining dough in spoonfuls over the jam, spreading to edges carefully.
- Bake in a 350F oven about 40 minutes or until golden.
- Cool and cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.4, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 14.1, Sodium 29.9, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 6.4, Protein 0.9
APRICOT PECAN BARS
'A friend gave me this recipe years ago, and my grandchildren and great-grandchildren really enjoy the moist sweet bars.' Verlene Hendricks writes from Roswell, New Mexico. 'Instead of apricot, you can substitute you favorite preserves if you wish.'
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 35m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Unroll crescent dough into a rectangle; press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 1 cup pecans, confectioners' sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Drop preserves over the top.
- In a bowl, combine the flour and brown sugar; cut in butter. Add the coconut and remaining pecans. Sprinkle over preserves. Bake at 375 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 155.2 mg, Sugar 21.7 g
Tips:
- Use fresh or dried apricots: Fresh apricots provide a vibrant flavor and texture, while dried apricots add a chewy sweetness. If using dried apricots, soak them in hot water for 15 minutes before using to soften them.
- Toast the pecans: Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor and adds a nutty crunch to the bars.
- Use a quality vanilla extract: A good vanilla extract will add a rich, deep flavor to the bars.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will result in tough bars. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the bars until golden brown: The bars are done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
Conclusion:
Apricot pecan bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and tangy filling, crunchy pecan topping, and buttery crust, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give apricot pecan bars a try! You won't be disappointed.
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