Recipes for Dried Apricots

Ingredients

• 1 cup expired dried apricots
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut

Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine the expired dried apricots, rolled oats, almond butter, and honey. Pulse until well combined and the mixture sticks together.
2. Using clean hands, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls.
3. Roll each ball in shredded coconut to coat.
4. Place the energy balls in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
5. Enjoy these delicious and nutritious apricot energy balls as a healthy snack!

Ingredients

• 1 cup slightly expired dried apricots
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. 1. In a saucepan, combine the dried apricots, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
2. 2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
3. 3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the apricots are soft and the mixture thickens.
4. 4. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
5. 5. Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth.
6. 6. Transfer the compote to a jar or container and refrigerate until chilled.
7. 7. Serve the apricot compote as a topping for yogurt, pancakes, or ice cream.

Ingredients

• 1 cup expired dried apricots, chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped expired dried apricots.
7. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy these scrumptious apricot oatmeal cookies as a delightful treat!