Delicious Apricot and Date Bars for a Sweet Treat

These apricot and date bars are a perfect combination of sweet and chewy flavors that will satisfy your dessert cravings. With a simple oat and nut crust, and a delightful apricot and date filling, these bars are great for snacking or a sweet treat after dinner. Plus, they are easy to make and can be stored for later enjoyment.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried apricots
• 1 cup pitted dates
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup nuts (such as almonds or walnuts)
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
2. In a saucepan, combine dried apricots, dates, and water. Cook over medium heat until the fruits are soft and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. In a food processor, pulse oats and nuts until finely chopped.
4. In a bowl, mix oat and nut mixture, flour, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and salt. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.
5. Spread the apricot and date mixture over the crust, then sprinkle the remaining oat and nut mixture on top.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool before cutting into bars.
7. Enjoy your delicious apricot and date bars!

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