Swiss Chocolate Apricot Bars

Indulge in the rich flavors of Swiss Chocolate Apricot Bars, a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of apricots with the richness of Swiss chocolate.

Swiss Chocolate Apricot Bars

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Swiss chocolate, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, powdered sugar, and salt. Press the mixture into the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
  3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the chopped apricots, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Spread this mixture over the baked crust.
  5. Sprinkle the chopped Swiss chocolate over the apricot mixture.
  6. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the chocolate is melted.
  7. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
10g
Protein
3g

Supplies

9x9 inch baking pan Mixing bowl Baking spatula

Tools

Oven Baking sheet

Serving suggestions

Serve the Swiss Chocolate Apricot Bars with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, try using dark Swiss chocolate for a more intense flavor.

Cost

$10