Apricot - Date Bars Recipe

Name: Apricot - Date Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped; 1 3/4 cups drained stewed apricots; 1/2 cup white sugar; 2 tablespoons apricot nectar; 3/4 cup shortening, melted; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 cups quick cooking oats; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1
To Make Filling: Cook together the dates, drained cooked apricots, white sugar and apricot juice.
2
Cook for about three minutes, or until it resembles jam.
3
To Make Crust: Mix together melted shortening (part butter), brown sugar, all-purpose flour, baking soda, quick cooking oats, and vanilla.
4
Press half of the crust mixture on bottom of well greased 9 x 12 x 2 inch pan.
5
Cover with filling.
6
Top with rest of crumbs.
7
Press down gently.
8
Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

703

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 dates, pitted and chopped, 1 3/4 cups drained stewed apricots, 1/2 cup white sugar, 2 tablespoons apricot nectar, and more.

Yes, Apricot - Date 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 - Date Bars

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