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Coconut Apricot Crumble Bites with a golden crust and fresh apricots

Apricot Coconut Crumble Bars

Apricot Coconut Crumble Bars offer a delightful harmony of flavors, combining sweet, tangy dried apricots with a rich buttery coconut crumble, creating a comforting dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apricot Filling
  • 3 cups chopped dried apricots Infuse the bars with sweet and tangy depth.
  • 1 cup sugar To sweeten the apricot filling.
  • 1.5 cups boiling water Essential for softening the apricots.
For the Crumble
  • 2 cups flour Forms the base of the crumble.
  • 0.75 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder Leavens the crumble.
  • 2 cups dried coconut (medium cut) Adds a rich, aromatic layer.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances the flavors.
  • 1 cup butter (cut in small pieces) Binds the crumble together.

Method
 

Preparation of Apricot Filling
  1. Simmer the chopped dried apricots, 1 cup sugar, and 1½ cups boiling water in a saucepan for 15 to 20 minutes until the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency.
  2. Alternatively, use about 2½ cups of high-quality apricot jam for a quicker option.
Making the Crumble
  1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, ¾ cup sugar, baking powder, dried coconut, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Assembling the Bars
  1. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan and press half of the crumble mixture into the bottom.
  2. Spread the apricot filling evenly over the base crumble.
  3. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the filling and press down lightly.
Baking and Serving
  1. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for 40 – 45 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
  2. Allow to cool completely in the pan, then cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Consider adding chopped almonds or walnuts to the crumble for a nutty flavor. For more coconut flavor, toast the coconut flakes lightly before mixing. Enhance the apricot filling with a splash of lemon juice.