Apricot-Orange Shortbread Bars

Shortbread is a traditional Scottish biscuit made from butter, sugar, and flour. It is known for its crumbly texture and buttery flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Apricot-Orange Shortbread Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Apricots
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a food processor, combine the apricots and orange zest. Process until smooth.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, unsalted butter, and salt. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
5. Spread the apricot mixture over the crust.
6. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top.
7. Bake for 40 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Allow to cool for 1 hour before cutting into bars.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 18g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.