Apricot - Date Bars
When ripe, their flesh is sweet, soft and juicy.
Recipe Summary Apricot - Date Bars
A moist type bar cookie. Delicious!Ingredients | Apricot And Date Fruit Loaf Recipe1 cup dates, pitted and chopped1 ¾ cups drained stewed apricots½ cup white sugar2 tablespoons apricot nectar¾ cup shortening, melted1 cup packed brown sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda2 cups quick cooking oats1 teaspoon vanilla extractDirectionsTo Make Filling: Cook together the dates, drained cooked apricots, white sugar and apricot juice. Cook for about three minutes, or until it resembles jam.To Make Crust: Mix together melted shortening (part butter), brown sugar, all-purpose flour, baking soda, quick cooking oats, and vanilla.Press half of the crust mixture on bottom of well greased 9 x 12 x 2 inch pan. Cover with filling. Top with rest of crumbs. Press down gently.Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).Info | Apricot And Date Fruit Loaf RecipeServings: 24 Yield: 4 dozen
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