Description
Delicious and wholesome Apricot Coconut Pecan Bars combining dried apricots, shredded coconut, and pecans, sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup and baked to golden perfection. These bars are perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert, offering a delightful blend of chewy and crunchy textures with tropical flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, mix the chopped dried apricots, unsweetened shredded coconut, and chopped pecans until evenly combined.
- Prepare wet mixture: Heat the coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat until melted. Remove from heat and stir in the honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well blended.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly to coat all the dry ingredients evenly with the wet mixture.
- Press mixture into pan: Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared baking pan. Press it down firmly and evenly to create a compact layer.
- Bake the bars: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges turn a nice golden brown color.
- Cool and cut: Allow the baked bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares for serving.
Notes
- Ensure the bars cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different nutty flavor.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
