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Date and Apricot Loaf

Date and apricot loaf

Densely packed with the sweetness and texture of dried fruit, this date and apricot loaf is a perfect accompaniment to your morning cuppa. Serve with lashings of butter.
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Nutty apricot cake

Nutty apricot cake

Apricot halves pressed into the top give this mouth-watering cake its sweetness and attractive look. It gets its nuttiness from processed walnuts, giving it a pleasant buttery consistency. Thanks to it’s moist texture – replacing the flour with gluten-free flour will easily make it gluten-free. Looking for more apricot desserts? Suitable to freeze. Not suitable […]
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Jam sandwich biscuits

Jam sandwich biscuits

The contrasting flavours and textures of light buttery biscuit with gooey and sweet jam is a real treat for the senses.
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Easy Danish Pastries

Easy Danish pastries

Sweet and fruity, these apricot and cherry Danish pastries are easy enough to throw together after work for a weeknight family dessert.
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Choc-honey balls

Choc-honey balls

These chocolate bliss balls are made with honey and dried apricots for a naturally sweet treat
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chocolate apricot balls

Chocolate apricot balls

These perfect bite-sized treats of dried apricot and coconut dipped in chocolate are incredibly moreish - just try to stick to one...okay two...
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Apricot Danish pastries

Apricot Danish pastries

Our easy-breezy Danish pastry recipe uses a food processor and a fast folding method. The results are simply delicious!
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24 amazing sweet and savoury apricot recipes

24 amazing sweet and savoury apricot recipes

Whether you use it straight off the tree when it's in season, or go for the sweet, canned variety, the humble apricot can be incorporated in both sweet and savoury recipes. We've gathered together some of our favourites, including cakes, tarts and muffins, plus savoury dishes like slow cooker apricot chicken and glazed ribs. There's also a recipe for homemade apricot and mandarin jam, plus bliss balls and slice recipes for tasty lunch-box snacks. Yummo!
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16 sweet apricot desserts for summer

With apricots back for the summer, now is the time to make the most of their delicious, sweet flavour and gorgeous orange hue (hello, Instagram likes!). From sensational slices to terrific tarts, we've selected 16 of our best recipes using fresh and canned apricots for you to try. For something a bit different, we've also included a honey and apricot panna cotta. So get cooking and enjoy these stone fruits while they're still in season!
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Sensational stone fruit desserts for summer

With summer well and truly upon us, it's time to crack into the season's extraordinary fruit offerings. We've rounded up our best desserts using only the freshest stone fruits that are perfect for satisfying that sweet tooth. From tantalising tarts to cherry cheesecakes and beautiful baked peaches, there's something to complete any summer entertaining menu. For those who want to treat themselves without the guilt, we've even included a sugar-free option. Simply divine!
Apricot coconut bars

Apricot coconut bars

Sink your teeth into this sweet and decadent apricot slice - So easy to prepare and so delicious!
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Apricot slice

Apricot slice

Sink your teeth into this sweet and decadent apricot slice- so easy to prepare and so delicious!
Apricot slice

Apricot slice

Wonderfully fluffy and moist, this apricot slice is packed full of sweetness and texture.
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Apricot and Walnut Biscuits

Apricot and walnut biscuits

These golden biscuits are delicious and great to make with the kids. Full of crunchy walnuts and chewy apricot pieces, they'll be a sure-fire hit!
Poached Summer Fruit

Poached summer fruit

Create the base of your next standout summer dessert or pie filling, with this classic combination of nectarines, peaches or apricots poached in sweet syrup.
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Apricot and Fig Bread

Apricot and fig bread

This dense sweet fruit loaf is beautiful served sliced, hot out of the oven, with a spread of cream cheese.
Apricot cheesecake slice

Apricot cheesecake slice

This decadent slice showcases all the wonderful features of a delicious classic cheesecake, plus a beautiful apricot swirl throughout the creamy centre.
Best sosaties (South African-Malay kebabs)

Best sosaties (South African-Malay kebabs)

Bring this version of an african specialty to the table, threading tender lamb onto skewers then barbecuing or grilling them to perfection with a spicy curry and apricot jam marinade.
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breakfast slice

Breakfast slice

This recipe is for muesli slice. Make it ahead, cut it up and wrap in paper for a breakfast you (and the kids) can eat on the go.
Nectarine and Apricot Tarts

Nectarine and apricot tarts

No need to spend hours on this fruit and nut tart; it takes just 45 minutes and with juicy nectarine and apricot slices will have you coming back for more.
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Apricot and macadamia slice

Apricot and macadamia slice

This crumbly macadamia and apricot slice is jam-packed full of texture, sweetness and irresistible flavours that'll keep you coming back for more.
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Apricot and rosewater tart

Apricot and rosewater tart

Cut a slice of this fruity tart and enjoy the fragrant undertones of rosewater. Best served with thick, whipped cream and a collection of family or friends.
Fruit muesli slice

Fruit muesli slice

Pepitas, oats and coconut add plenty of nutty, crunchy fibre to this fruity muesli slice. A great lunch-box addition, especially as this recipe nut-free.
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Apricot sour cream cake

Apricot sour cream cake

Opposites attract in this cake with sour cream, white chocolate and apricot creating an explosion of flavour in your mouth.
APRICOT CHOCOLATE CHIP CAKE

Apricot chocolate chip cake

This sweet apricot and chocolate chip cake is beautiful served with a cup of hot coffee or tea for a relaxing weekend treat.
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Apricot and pine nut biscotti

Apricot and pine nut biscotti

Originating in Italy, biscotti is a traditional biscuit that is mostly enjoyed with a strong coffee. A batch of these twice-baked goodies wrapped in coloured paper makes a thoughtful and delicious gift.
apricot and coconut slice

Apricot and coconut slice

The best thing about this slice, besides how yummy it tastes, is that there's no cooking required. A great recipe to have on hand for those days when you need to both entertain and feed kids as you can easily make it together.
chocolate apricot truffles

Chocolate apricot truffles

These bite-sized chocolate apricot truffles are not quite as rich as their original cousin, but they are just as delicious. The fruity centre provides a lovely tart and chewy contrast to the firm sweet chocolate coating.
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almond jam cookies

Almond jam biscuits

If you're in a jam, any jam will do for these delightful almond biscuits. Buttery, crumbly and zesty with lemon, they're a delicious little mouthful.
peach and nectarine trifle

Peach and nectarine trifle

You could use apricots as well or instead of either fruit for this divine peach and nectarine trifle. As a rule of thumb, just go with whatever is best in season.
apricot crumble slice

Apricot crumble slice

This quick and easy apricot crumble slice makes a great afternoon snack, and is perfect for packing in lunch boxes. For something slightly fancier, serve warm with a spoonful of sour cream.
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mandarin and apricot jam

Mandarin and apricot jam

The beauty of homemade jams are that you can adjust the sweetness to your taste. The addition of the mandarin to this recipe adds a lovely citrus flavour. The jam will be ready when a teaspoon-full 'jells' when placed on a cold plate.
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apricot   lemon marmalade

Apricot lemon marmalade

Gift these jars of sunshine to anyone and they'll be forever grateful. The combination of sweet apricot and tart lemon makes this jam so delicious you'll have a hard time giving it away!
apricot rum conserve

Apricot rum conserve

Delicious spread on toast, this chunky apricot jam would make the perfect home-made gift. To test if it is ready, put a plate in the freezer for a few minutes, then see if the jam 'jells' when you blob a teaspoon full onto the cold surface.
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apricot strudel

Apricot strudel

A lovely strudel is delicious, easy to make, and relatively inexpensive. You can also experiment with different fillings. We've gone with basic apricot here, but all sorts of fruits and nuts make an equally yummy filling.
apricot muesli slice

Apricot muesli slice

With a crunchy oat, cornflake and coconut topping, this slice is the perfect morning pick-me-up.
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dried fruit chutney

Dried fruit chutney

Dried fruit chutney of apple, date, apricot, pineapple and raisins with a pinch of cinnamon.
HONEY COCONUT CRUNCH

Honey coconut crunch

Filled with chopped apricots, peanuts and cornflakes for added crunch, this easy fridge slice is delicious served with coffee.
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jam tarts

Jam tarts

Everyone loves a jam tart, especially with a little dollop of whipped cream on top. For something slightly different, try filling some of the cases with marmalade rather than jam.
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