Teresa's Recipes
Apricot Crumble Bars
Savor the delightful layers of these Apricot Crumble Bars, a comforting dessert that brings together a buttery, golden crust with a sweet, luscious apricot filling. Topped with a crunchy crumb mixture, these bars are perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings. The combination of flavors and textures makes this dessert a staple in traditional baking, often associated with family gatherings and warm memories. Enjoy a taste of nostalgia with every bite, and feel free to experiment with different fruit preserves for a unique twist!
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup, divided Granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick), cold and cubed Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Apricot preserves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 12
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 34g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Sugar: 12g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the crumb mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the apricot preserves, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined. Spread the apricot mixture evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the apricot layer, pressing it lightly into the preserves to create a cohesive topping.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before lifting them out using the parchment overhang and cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious apricot crumble bars!
Tips
- For added flavor, consider incorporating a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the crumb mixture.
- Experiment with other fruit preserves such as raspberry or peach for a different flavor profile.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.