Apricot Filling for Cookies, Pastries, Hamantaschen and Kolaches
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
32 servings
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Calories
32 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Apricot Filling for Cookies, Pastries, Hamantaschen and Kolaches
Description
The Apricot Filling recipe transforms dried, pitted apricots into a thick, flavorful paste by simmering them with water, orange juice, lemon juice, sugar, and a pinch of salt. The mixture simmers covered for 30 minutes to soften the fruit and allow flavors to meld. Afterward, additional simmering with the lid off evaporates excess liquid to achieve a thicker consistency.
Mashing the cooked apricots produces a smooth puree. Optionally, an immersion blender can be used for an even finer texture. The filling’s balance of sweetness and citrus brightness complements many baked goods, especially traditional cookies and pastries.
This filling should be cooled completely before use, assisting in easier handling when spooning into dough or molds. Refrigeration extends its freshness and makes it more manageable as a filling.
Ingredients
- 2 cups apricots dried, pitted
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan. Stir and bring to a boil for one minute.Reduce heat to medium low so the mixture simmers slowly and constantly. Cover the pot.Let the mixture simmer covered for 30 minutes, stirring every few minutes.
- Remove the lid from the pan. Let the apricots continue to simmer for 2-3 more minutes, stirring frequently, until most of the liquid has evaporated/absorbed. Keep a close eye on the pan to make sure the apricots don't burn. When there are about 3 tbsp of liquid left in the pan, remove from heat.
- Mash the apricots with a potato masher till a smooth puree forms. Run a fork through the mixture to break up any pieces the potato masher missed. You can also use an immersion blender for a smoother puree, if desired.
- Let cool to room temperature before using. Store in a sealed, airtight container in the refrigerator. Refrigerating the filling to chill completely will make it easier to work with when filling cookies like hamantaschen.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 32servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 32 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 32kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 295IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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