| Apricot Bars
1 cup of white flour
1/3 cup of brown sugar
1 teaspoon of cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1 1/2 cups of dried apricots
1 tablespoon of walnuts, chopped
1 tablespoon of cashews, chopped
1/3 cup of maple syrup |
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Icing
1 cup of icing sugar
2 tablespoons of shortening
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla
1 tablespoon of apple juice
Sift together flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder & salt. Stir in the apricots & nuts. Add the syrup. Stir until the mixture forms a thick batter. Spread the batter into a lightly oiled 8" X 8" baking pan (it is hard work, but it will cover -- trust me!). Bake at 350ºF. for 30 to 35 minutes or until the bars test done. Allow to cool slightly, cut into bars. When completely cool, spread with icing & drizzle some melted chocolate over the top if desired. ICING: Cream together sugar & shortening. Add remaining ingredients & beat until smooth. Makes 1/2 cup.
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