For those with a sweet tooth and a desire for a delightful treat, yet also mindful of their health, look no further than the delectable chewy apricot coconut bars, specially crafted for individuals managing diabetes. These delectable bars offer a harmonious blend of chewy apricot filling, a hint of coconut, and a satisfying crust, all while being mindful of sugar content. Indulge in this irresistible dessert without compromising on taste or well-being, as we guide you through the process of creating these delectable chewy apricot coconut bars, tailored to suit your diabetic diet.
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AMY'S CHEWY COCONUT BARS (DIABETIC)
I was looking for a good bar cookie to add to my cookie tray that was suitable for Redneck Epicurean who was diabetic. We were partners in a holiday cookie swap and I was in awe of her cheerfulness even when she was in tremendous pain. She loved them and in her honor I am renaming this bar for her. Combining coconuts and walnuts with a faint hint of maple really appealed to me so I decided to give it a try as well as posting here for others as well as for future reference. According to the source this bar has 126 cal., 2 g pro., 10 g carbo., 9 g fat, 27 mg chol., 141 mg sodium.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 25m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven 350 degrees.
- Using a mixer, beat eggs, Splenda and maple flavoring in medium bowl. Blend in in margarine and vanilla.
- Combine flour, baking powder and salt in small bowl. Stir into egg mixture. Fold in coconut, walnuts, and raisins.
- Spread batter evenly in greased 8-inch square baking pan.
- Bake until browned and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack.
- Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.8, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 23.2, Sodium 137, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.8, Protein 1.8
COCONUT APRICOT BARS RECIPE
A terrific coconut apricot bar that can be customized using your favorite jam
Provided by Liz Berg
Categories Bar Cookies
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350º. Line 9 x 13 baking pan with non-stick foil (or regular foil sprayed with cooking spray).
- In large mixing bowl cream butter and sugar. Add egg, mix well. Mix together the flour and baking powder and add to the butter mixture. Add coconut, nuts and vanilla, blending well.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared baking pan. Spread with preserves. Crumble remaining dough over top of preserves. Sprinkle with a handful more of almonds if desired.
- Bake at 350° for 30 - 35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool and cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 0 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 0 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 bar, Sodium 0 milligrams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat
CHEWY APRICOT COCONUT BARS (DIABETIC)
This is a variation on my Recipe #487220. Came up with this in order to use up some extra dried fruit and to make sure my trays this year looked a little different from prior offerings.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 25m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven 350 degrees.
- Using a mixer, beat eggs, Splenda and almond flavoring in medium bowl. Blend in in margarine and vanilla.
- Measure out the flour and combine 1 tablespoon with the diced apricots to get the fruit to separate into bits.
- Combine the rest of the flour with the baking powder and salt in small bowl. Stir into egg mixture. Fold in coconut, hazelnuts or almonds, and floured apricots.
- Spread batter evenly in greased 8-inch square baking pan.
- Bake until browned and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack.
- Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.2, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 11.6, Sodium 139.2, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 1.8
APRICOT COCONUT BARS FROM FINE COOKING MAGAZINE
Make and share this Apricot Coconut Bars from Fine Cooking Magazine recipe from Food.com.
Provided by KathyP53
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h20m
Yield 16 2" pieces
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Crust:.
- Position rack in the bottom third of oven; heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter a 8" square baking pan and line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles moist pepples. Scrape the dough into the prepared pan and press to form an even layer. Bake until the crust is lightly golden, about 30 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Leave oven at 350 degrees.
- Topping:.
- While crust is baking, combine the brown sugar, egg, apricot jam, flour, baking powder, salt, and almond extract in a medium bowl. Whisk until blended. Stir in apricots and coconut. When the crust is baked, scrape the topping into the pan and spread evenly. Continue baking until the topping is browned around the edges and a pick inserted in the center comes out a bit sticky, about 20 minutes. Set the pan on a rack to cool completely before inverting onto a cutting board. Using a warm, thin-bladed knife, trim off the edges and cut into bars. Store at room temperature, or freeze in an airtight container separating the layers with waxed paper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.9, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 26.9, Sodium 68, Carbohydrate 22.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 14.3, Protein 1.8
APRICOT COCONUT BARS
Just a wonderful combination of apricots, coconut, condensed milk to make a delicious fruity bar cookie. Sometimes I use a 6 ounce package Sunkist Fruit Bits instead of the apricots.
Provided by mandabears
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h10m
Yield 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Place butter, sugar and 1 cup flour in a large bowl.
- Cut butter in with a pastry blender until coarse crumbs form.
- Press crumbs firmly into bottom of a greased 9 inch square pan to make a crust.
- Bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove pan from oven to a wire rack to cool.
- Combine the remaining 1/3 cup flour, baking powder, salt, eggs, condensed milk, coconut, and apricots in a medium bowl.
- Mix well.
- Spread mixture evenly over crust.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
- Cool in pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.3, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 34.2, Sodium 93.7, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 17.1, Protein 3.1
CHEWY COCONUT BARS
You can't eat just one of these delicious bar cookies packed with chocolate, coconut, and walnuts.
Provided by Myrtis Gunnels
Categories Desserts Cookies Fruit Cookie Recipes Coconut
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In large bowl, cream the shortening, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla extract. Slowly blend in flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well blended. Fold in chocolate chips, walnuts and coconut. Spread the mixture evenly in pan.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 118 mg, Sugar 32.4 g
APRICOT-COCONUT SQUARES
The yummiest apricot-coconut squares you've ever tasted!
Provided by Jo Whattam
Categories Desserts Cookies Fruit Cookie Recipes Coconut
Time 1h5m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix together butter, sugar, and 1 cup flour. Press into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes in preheated oven. In small saucepan, bring apricots and water to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. Drain, chop, and set aside to cool.
- In a medium bowl, beat eggs and brown sugar. Stir in 1/3 cup flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla, and lemon juice. Fold in nuts and chopped apricots. Stir in coconut, if desired. Pour over the prepared crust.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm. Cool, and dust with confectioners' sugar before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 77.2 mg, Sugar 15.6 g
Tips:
1. Use ripe apricots: They are sweeter and have a more intense flavor. 2. Don't overcook the apricots: They should be soft but still hold their shape. 3. Use unsweetened coconut flakes: They will help keep the bars low in sugar. 4. Press the bars firmly into the pan: This will help them hold together. 5. Chill the bars before cutting them: This will make them easier to cut and less likely to crumble.Conclusion:
These chewy apricot coconut bars are a delicious and healthy snack or dessert. They are low in sugar and made with whole wheat flour, making them a good choice for people with diabetes or those looking for a healthier alternative to traditional baked goods. The bars are also easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for later. Whether you are looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your family or a healthy snack to keep you going throughout the day, these chewy apricot coconut bars are sure to hit the spot!
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