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Apricot Crumble Bars

Delicious Apricot Crumble Bars for the Perfect Snack Moment

These Apricot Crumble Bars combine tart sweetness with crunchy topping, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in a guilt-free way.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour for gluten-free version
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar use erythritol for lower sugar option
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter swap in coconut oil for vegan alternative
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Chopped Apricots use fresh or softened dried apricots
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup Water
For the Topping
  • Reserved Crust Mixture sprinkle over filling

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, rolled oats, salt, and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press half of the crust mixture into the bottom of the lined baking dish and bake for about 15 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. In a saucepan, mix chopped apricots, honey, vanilla extract, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and water. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until thick.
  5. Spread the apricot filling evenly over the baked crust and sprinkle the reserved crust mixture over the top.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool completely in the dish before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use cold ingredients and let the bars cool completely for clean slices. Consider doubling the recipe and freezing half unbaked for convenience.

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