Apricot Cherry Bars Recipe

Name: Apricot Cherry Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup old fashioned oats; 3/4 cup light brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut; 2 cups sliced almonds; 2 cups dried cherries (about 10 oz); 2 cups dried apricots, coarsely chopped (about 16 oz); 21 ounces sweetened condensed milk

Servings: persons

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["Move a rack to a lower-middle position in the oven & preheat to 325 degrees F.", "Spray a 13""x9"" glass baking dish with vegetable cooking spray, & set aside.", "In a medium bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar & salt.", "Stir in the butter with a fork until well mixed & clumps have formed.", "Spread 1 1/2 packed cups of this mixture over the bottom of the baking dish, pressing to form a thin crust.", "Mix the coconut, almonds, cherries, apricots & milk in a large bowl, blending well.", "Pour this filling over the crust, distributing evenly & pressing it down.", "Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the dried fruit filling.", "Bake about 30 minutes, until lightly golden, then cool to room temperature on a wire rack.", "Can be stored, covered, at room temperature up to 2 days.", "When ready to serve, cut into 1 1/2"" squares."]

1059

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup old fashioned oats, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Apricot Cherry Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Apricot Cherry Bars

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