Apricot Shortbread Bars

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4.8

24 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    12 Servings

  • Calories

    357 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Apricot Shortbread Bars

Apricot Shortbread Bars are the perfect soft, buttery bars with sweet apricot jam spread over the top for a bright summery flavor.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter , softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups apricot jam
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray an 8x10 baking dish with baking spray.
  2. To your stand mixer add the butter and sugar and mix on medium speed until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add in egg yolks and vanilla extract until creamy.
  4. Add flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
  5. Spread about half the mixture into the baking dish and press gently.
  6. Spread apricot jam over the shortbread.
  7. Sprinkle remaining shortbread mixture over the apricot jam.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 357kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 52g (17%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 71mg (24%) Sodium 65mg (3%) Potassium 87mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 30g (60%) Vitamin A 574IU (11%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 357 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 357kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 52g 17%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 71mg 24%
Sodium 65mg 3%
Potassium 87mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 30g 60%
Vitamin A 574IU 11%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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