Chocolate-Chip Apricot Bars

Health score
1%
Chocolate-Chip Apricot Bars
45 min.
18
263kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Chocolate-Chip Apricot Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! Bursting with the rich flavors of chocolate and the natural sweetness of dried apricots, these bars are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 18, making them an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or simply a cozy night in.

Imagine biting into a warm, chewy bar that combines the comforting taste of rolled oats with the decadent richness of chocolate chips. The addition of cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic touch that elevates the overall flavor profile, while the dried apricots provide a delightful burst of fruity goodness. These bars are a fantastic way to satisfy your cravings without feeling guilty, as they are packed with wholesome ingredients.

Whether you enjoy them as a side dish or a sweet snack, these Chocolate-Chip Apricot Bars are sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, they are easy to customize—feel free to experiment with different nuts or dried fruits to make them your own. So, preheat your oven and get ready to create a delicious treat that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.8 cup chocolate chips 
  • 0.8 cup apricot dried chopped
  •  eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar light
  • cups oats 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted softened
  • teaspoons vanilla 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350 F. Lightly coat a 9-inch square baking pan with vegetable cooking spray. Using an electric mixer, beat the butter and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla.
  2. Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon and blend until smooth. With a spoon, stir in the oats, chocolate chips, and apricots. Press the batter into the pan and bake 25 to 30 minutes or until the top is golden and the pastry begins to pull away from the sides of the pan. The center should be slightly soft. Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes.
  3. Cut into 18 bars when still warm, then let cool completely before removing from the pan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories263kcal
Protein5.59%
Fat29.39%
Carbs65.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.63
Glycemic Load
9.89
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.0760869905353%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:263.03kcal
13.15%
Fat:8.73g
13.44%
Saturated Fat:4.9g
30.62%
Carbohydrates:43.47g
14.49%
Net Carbohydrates:41.39g
15.05%
Sugar:25.2g
28%
Cholesterol:31.74mg
10.58%
Sodium:121.15mg
5.27%
Alcohol:0.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.29%
100%
Protein:3.74g
7.48%
Manganese:0.6mg
29.93%
Selenium:9.34µg
13.35%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.81%
Phosphorus:84.92mg
8.49%
Fiber:2.07g
8.29%
Iron:1.44mg
7.98%
Vitamin A:379.36IU
7.59%
Folate:26.6µg
6.65%
Magnesium:25.15mg
6.29%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.96%
Potassium:177.9mg
5.08%
Copper:0.1mg
5.01%
Vitamin B3:0.94mg
4.68%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.41%
Calcium:43.57mg
4.36%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.31%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.31%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.1%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.28%
Source:My Recipes