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Apricot almond bars

Recipe Information

Description:
Apricot almond bars is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 25 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 55 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 16 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 16
Preparation Time 25 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 55 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Oats; Apricots; Almonds
Category Fruit; Nuts, Fats, & Oils; Rice & Grains
Meal Breakfast; Snack
Type Appetizer; Side Dish; Dessert
Cuisine American
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3 cups oatmeal raisin cereal

  • 2/3 cup finely diced dried apricots

  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine

  • 2/3 cup light corn syrup

  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  • Line a baking pan with foil and coat with cooking spray. Mix the cereal, apricots, and almonds together and set aside.

  • In a heavy pot, heat the butter, corn syrup, brown sugar, and cinnamon to dissolve the sugar and bring the mixture to a boil.

  • Boil for 2 minutes until slightly thickened while stirring and remove from heat.

  • Combine the sugar mixture with the cereal and add to the prepared pan pan. Press the mixture firmly in pan and cool for 30 minutes before cutting or serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 140 cal

  • Total fat: 3g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 70mg

  • Carbohydrate: 28g

  • Protein: 2g