PINEAPPLE APRICOT BARS

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A buttery crust holds an apricot and pineapple filling in this dessert. The recipe comes from a cruise. - Jane Bricker, Scottdale, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup diced dried apricots
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
3/4 cup butter, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the pineapple and apricots to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/2 cup sugar. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream butter and remaining sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in coconut and nuts. , Press 4 cups of the mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes. Spread hot pineapple mixture over crust; sprinkle with the remaining coconut mixture. Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Jethro Wubben
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover pie crust.


Zenani Zeno
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I've made these bars with both fresh and canned pineapple and apricots. They're always good, but I prefer the fresh fruit.


Kenedy Ouma
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These bars are a great make-ahead dessert. You can make them a day or two ahead of time and they'll still be delicious.


Meseret Atinafu
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I love the way the pineapple and apricot flavors complement each other in these bars.


Sadam Shah
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These bars are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth.


Mary Essandoh Ackom
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I highly recommend these bars. They're easy to make and they taste amazing.


Heidi Prestegui
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These bars are so good, they're dangerous!


Waqas Ahmed
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit.


DJ AFRIKA
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These bars are perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Josi Harrell
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I love the combination of the sweet pineapple and tart apricots in these bars.


Kayo Jasmine
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover pineapple and apricots.


Emilee Dehart
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Kagombe Bruno
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These bars are so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the pineapple and apricot flavors together.


Rimon Rana
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I've made these bars several times and they always turn out great. They're a favorite at my potlucks.


My Email
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Takia Gillis
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I made these bars for my family and they loved them! The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making these again.


Hwrahwr 1
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These pineapple apricot bars were a hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of pineapple and apricot flavors.