FRENCH APRICOT CREAM CHEESE BARS

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My sister-in-law gave me her recipe for apricot cream cheese bars years ago. They're so yummy, I like to include them with all of the cookies and candy on my Christmas goodie tray.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package French vanilla cake mix (regular size)
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 egg
FILLING:
1 jar (10 to 12 ounces) apricot preserves
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter and egg until crumbly. Remove 1-1/2 cups and set aside. Press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Spread apricot preserves over warm crust., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add egg; beat on low speed just until combined. Drop by spoonfuls and spread over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until center is almost set and topping is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Sandra Pomma
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These bars are delicious! I love the combination of apricots and cream cheese.


bcs nazmun
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Rayan Kamal
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


13 12
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I'm not a huge fan of apricots, but I really liked these bars. The cream cheese filling is perfect.


masters engineering
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These bars are amazing! I love the apricot and cream cheese filling.


Enock Muwema
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Yum!


All Funny Video
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Overall, I really enjoyed these bars. They're easy to make and they taste great. I'll definitely be making them again.


Zee Ahmad TV
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I had some trouble getting the crust to set properly. I think I may have needed to bake it for a few minutes longer.


Mandi Brown
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Ninja
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I'm not usually a fan of cream cheese bars, but these were really good. The crust was flaky and the filling was light and fluffy.


Raja Eaja
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The apricots add a lovely flavor and the cream cheese filling is smooth and creamy.


Elibu Michael
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone raved about them and asked for the recipe.


John Pickett
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These bars are so delicious and easy to make. I love that they can be made ahead of time and served cold or at room temperature.


JASMINE GAMER
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a favorite. The combination of apricots, cream cheese, and shortbread crust is perfect.


Kaif Hawari
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These French Apricot Cream Cheese Bars were a hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and everyone loved them.


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