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Apricot Coconut Slice

A delightful and easy-to-make slice combining chewy dried apricots, sweet coconut, and a buttery shortbread base. Perfect for afternoon tea or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: Australian, Baking
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 200 g Butter Unsalted, softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Sifted
  • 1/2 cup Desiccated Coconut
For the Topping
  • 200 g Dried Apricots Finely chopped
  • 1 cup Desiccated Coconut
  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 20x30cm (8x12 inch) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. Prepare the base: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in the sifted flour and 1/2 cup of coconut until a cohesive dough forms.
  3. Press the base mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake the base for 15 minutes, or until very lightly golden at the edges.
  4. While the base bakes, prepare the topping: In a saucepan over low heat, combine the chopped apricots, 1 cup of coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Stir constantly until the mixture is well combined and slightly sticky, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove the partially baked base from the oven. Carefully and evenly spread the apricot-coconut topping over the hot base. Return the pan to the oven.
  6. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling slightly. Be careful not to overbake.
  7. Allow the slice to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles. Cooling completely ensures clean cuts. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

For an extra level of flavor, lightly toast the 1/2 cup of coconut destined for the base before mixing it in. If the condensed milk mixture is too thick to spread, warm it slightly before adding it to the base.