Description
Rosemary Apricot Bars are a delightful blend of savory and sweet, perfect for any occasion. With the aromatic essence of fresh rosemary paired with the natural sweetness of dried apricots, these bars create a unique flavor experience that will impress guests at cocktail parties or family gatherings. Easy to prepare, they make for an ideal make-ahead treat that can be served as a dessert, snack, or with a cup of tea. Their stunning presentation adds to their appeal, making them a must-try recipe for anyone looking to indulge in something truly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces unsalted butter
- 2 ounces confectioners' sugar
- 8 1/2 ounces all-purpose flour
- 2 cups dried apricots
- 1/2 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons brandy
- 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8×8 or 9×9 inch nonstick pan lined with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter, confectioners' sugar, and salt until fluffy. Add vanilla extract and rosemary, then mix in flour until smooth.
- Press the dough into the prepared pan and refrigerate for about 30 minutes before baking for 25–30 minutes until golden.
- For the filling, simmer apricots with vinegar, water, lemon juice, granulated sugar, honey, brandy, and salt until thickened. Puree in a food processor.
- Mix topping ingredients (flour, brown sugar, pecans) with cold butter until crumbly.
- Spread warm apricot filling over cooled shortbread base and sprinkle topping on top. Bake until golden brown (25–30 minutes).
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: <0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use fresh rosemary for enhanced flavor. Ensure bars cool completely before cutting for clean edges. Feel free to substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds for a twist.