Apricot squares

Apricot squares

Ingredients/Components

• sugar - 1 c
• vanilla - 1 tsp
• salt - 1/4 tsp
• chopped nuts - 1/2 c
• margarine or butter - 3/4 c
• baking powder - 1 tsp
• egg - 1 item
• plus 1 Tbsp - 2 c
• apricot preserves or 1 Baker apricot - 12 oz

How to make apricot squares:

Cream butter, sugar, egg and vanilla. Add flour, salt and baking powder; stir in nuts. Put 1/2 dough into 9 x 13-inch greased pan. Pat down and spread apricots on top. Add remaining dough by spoonful and spread with fork. Bake at 350° for 35 minutes.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Cookie and brownie, Bar cookie.