Delicious Dried Apricot Pie Recipe

Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of dried apricots with this delightful dried apricot pie recipe. The buttery crust perfectly complements the soft and gooey apricot filling, creating a dessert that is both comforting and satisfying. With a preparing time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick and impressive dessert. Enjoy a slice of this delicious pie on its own or serve it with a dollop of freshly whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence.

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried apricots
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
• 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small cubes
• 1 egg, beaten

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the dried apricots, water, sugar, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes until the apricots are soft and tender.
3. In a separate small bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the apricots and stir until well combined. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the filling thickens.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the apricot filling cool slightly.
5. Place one pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and press it firmly against the bottom and sides of the dish. Trim any excess crust.
6. Pour the cooled apricot filling into the pie crust.
7. Dot the filling with small cubes of butter.
8. Cover the pie with the second pie crust. Trim the excess crust and crimp the edges to seal.
9. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg for a golden brown finish.
10. Using a sharp knife, make small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
11. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
12. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 1 hour before serving. This will allow the filling to set.
13. Slice and serve the dried apricot pie on its own or with whipped cream for a delicious dessert treat.

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