Description
Mom’s Apricot Jammies are a delightful combination of sweet apricot jam sandwiched between layers of buttery, nutty dough. These bars are a nostalgic treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
Filling and Topping:
- ¾ cup apricot jam
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract, mix until fully combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: Stir in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Layer the dough: Press two-thirds of the dough into the pan, spread apricot jam, crumble remaining dough mixed with nuts over the jam.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool and serve: Let cool in the pan, then cut into squares. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute apricot jam with peach or raspberry preserves.
- Bars store well at room temperature for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
