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.
Homemade Apricot Cookie Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
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)
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.
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Florian Nouh
See My RecipesFlorian Nouh is the recipe developer, photographer, and cook behind Contentedness Cooking. I'm a food enthusiast who loves creating vegan and gluten-free recipes. The recipes on Contentedness Cooking range from fruity breakfasts to hearty lunches, from delicious dinners to scrumptious desserts – there is something for everyone, all easy to make by home cooks without special equipment. It’s all about natural ingredients, healthy choices, and embracing creativity.
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