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.
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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
- 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.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- In a separate bowl, mix the chopped apricots, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Spread this mixture over the baked crust.
- Sprinkle the chopped Swiss chocolate over the apricot mixture.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the chocolate is melted.
- 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