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Homemade Apricot Cookie Bars
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Homemade Apricot Cookie Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Vegan

This fruity, crunchy, gluten-free apricot cookie bar has no added sugar — only natural sweeteners. This sweet treat is made with sunny yellow apricot jam and a crunchy crumble topping layer. This dessert is both a delight to look at and to eat.

Ingredients You Need for Homemade Apricot Cookie Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Apricot Filling:

8 ounces soft dried apricots
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon organic vanilla extract
2 tablespoons maple or date syrup

For the Dough:

1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cashews, blended into meal
1/2 cup walnuts, blended into meal
2 tablespoons cashew butter
1/2 cup oat or almond milk
2 tablespoons maple or date syrup
2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder

For the Topping:

4 tablespoons coconut oil, plus more for greasing the form or simply use parchment paper
1-2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1 tablespoons maple or date syrup
1 cup certified gluten-free oats
1 teaspoon organic vanilla (optional)

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How to Prepare Homemade Apricot Cookie Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

To Make the Apricot Filling:

If using dried apricots, make sure to soak them in hot water for around 20 minutes, then drain them.
Transfer all ingredients into a blender and process until you get a smooth, jam-like mixture. Set aside

To Make the Dough:

Blend the cashews and walnuts into a meal.
In a bowl, combine the nut flours with the remaining dough ingredients and combine well.

To Make the Topping:

Preheat oven to 390°F.
Grease a baking dish with coconut oil, or use parchment paper.
Transfer the dough to the form and press it firmly to the bottom.
Spread the apricot filling on top. In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients for the topping together. Distribute over the apricot filling.
Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes.