When it comes to no-bake desserts, I usually crave something made with chocolate or peanut butter. But sometimes, I want something fruity and light, like fruit leather or these thrilling apricot bites. Having dried apricots as their main ingredient, these lovely treats can be made and enjoyed year-round.
Why you’ll love this recipe
It’s only 3 ingredients. And still, this recipe manages to turn plain dried apricots into something truly scrumptious. Takes minutes to whip up. So long as you have a high-speed blender, it will take you less than 5 minutes to make this sweet delight. You can use any sweetener you like. These apricot treats can be sweetened with white sugar, sugar-free sweeteners, syrups, and even dates. You can make these bites as sweet as you like.
If you have a bag of dried apricots sitting in your pantry and you don’t know what to do with them, this is the perfect recipe for you to try. It will make dried apricots a staple on your shopping list.
Ingredients needed
You need only three ingredients to make this delectable treat.
Dried apricots. Check the packaging to make sure the apricots are sugar-free. Shredded coconut. Use unsweetened shredded coconut. Sugar. I use white sugar to make these bites. A sticky sweetener like honey will work too.
How to make apricot delight
Tips to make the best recipe
If you don’t have time to shape small bites from the apricot mixture, simply add it to a pan lined with parchment paper. Even out the mixture and press it into the pan. Sprinkle with shredded coconut and refrigerate until firm. Once set, cut into squares and enjoy. To change up the texture of these bites, add finely chopped dried apricots to the apricot mixture once you have blended it. Skip the sugar and add pitted dates to the apricot mixture to sweeten it. The dates will sweeten the bites while adding hints of caramel flavor to them. Mix in some dried mango to create a richer fruity flavor. Add chia seeds and sunflower seeds to the mixture for a nutritional boost. Soak the chia seeds in advance.
Storage instructions
To store. Keep these bites in an airtight container or bag. You can store them at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. If you are looking to reduce your carb intake, swap the white sugar with a granulated sugar-free substitute of your choice. To freeze. These apricot treats freeze beautifully. Freeze them in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Put sheets of parchment paper in between the layers to prevent the bites from sticking to each other. Let them soften at room temperature before serving.
More no bake snacks to try
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