How to Make Apricot-Coconut Squares - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a sweet treat that's packed with flavor and easy to make? Look no further than these delicious Apricot-Coconut Squares! These delightful squares are the perfect combination of juicy apricots, chewy coconut, and buttery shortbread crust. They make for a fantastic dessert or afternoon snack, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

What makes these Apricot-Coconut Squares so special is the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. The tangy apricots are co...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup dried apricots
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • ¾ cup flaked coconut (Optional)
  • ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 - 9x13 inch pan

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix together butter, sugar, and 1 cup flour. Press into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in preheated oven. In small saucepan, bring apricots and water to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. Drain, chop, and set aside to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, beat eggs and brown sugar. Stir in 1/3 cup flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla, and lemon juice. Fold in nuts and chopped apricots. Stir in coconut, if desired. Pour over the prepared crust.
  • Bake for an additional 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm. Cool, and dust with confectioners' sugar before cutting into squares.
  • Nutrition

    166 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 77mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 99mg