Apricots are small stone fruits that have a tart and sweet flavor. They can be eaten fresh, dried, used to make jam, or added to cooked and baked goods. Fresh apricots are typically available from May to September but canned or frozen apricots are usually available year-round.
Today we’re sharing 16 of the best apricot recipes for you to make at home, as well as an easy recipe for an apricot smoothie.
Best Apricot Recipes
Sweet Summer Spiced Apricot Smoothie
Start your day with this creamy and delicious smoothie. It’s perfectly spiced with cinnamon and ginger, and the banana adds a touch of sweetness.
Roasted Apricot and Honey Ice Cream
Roasting the apricots really enhances their flavor in this easy ice cream. You’ll need just a handful of ingredients. Serve it at your next outdoor party!
Baked Brie
The apricot preserves in this dish are the perfect complement to the creamy brie. Serve this elegant dish to family and friends over the holidays!
Dried Apricot Blue Cheese Canapes with Walnuts
These canapes are the perfect bite of sweet, savory, and crunchy! Serve them as appetizers at your next get-together.
Apricot and Chorizo Bolognese with Turmeric Pasta
The dried apricots in this pasta dish add a subtle hint of sweetness. The turmeric pasta can be made from scratch or you can use your favorite pasta from the grocery store.
Apricot Jam
If you have a lot of apricots on hand, make this sweet jam! Follow the easy to follow steps in the recipe and enjoy it on toast or freshly baked scones.
Apricot Chicken
You’ll only need 5 ingredients to make this tasty apricot chicken! It takes just 35 minutes to make – perfect for those busy weeknights!
Coconut Apricot Bars
These apricot bars have a buttery base that’s topped with sweet apricot preserves. Enjoy it with a hot cup of tea as a mid-morning treat!
Coconut Apricot Granola
This homemade granola is made with dried apricots, oats, coconut, and walnuts. It takes just 45 minutes to make and would be delicious served with yogurt or over ice cream!
Chicken Salad with Apricots, Almonds, and Tarragon
Whip up a batch of this chicken salad and enjoy it with a green salad, on bread, or with crackers! It takes just 10 minutes to make and is full of delicious flavors.
Apricot Scones
Serve these light and flaky scones the next time you’re hosting a weekend brunch! Every bite is bursting with sweet apricot flavor. Serve them warm with lots of butter.
Apricot Cake with Coconut
This sweet apricot cake is also vegan friendly! It isn’t overly sweet and would make a wonderful dessert served with ice cream or whipped cream.
Roasted Asparagus with Apricot Sauce
Here’s a delicious new way to prepare roasted asparagus! They’re tossed with a sweet apricot glaze as soon as they’re removed from the oven. You’ll love the flavor combination of savory and sweet!
Almond Date Apricot Sugar Plums
Serve these delightfully sweet treats at a holiday gathering! They’re flavored with warm spices and take just 30 minutes to make.
Apricot Almond Baked Oatmeal
You’ll love the texture of this baked oatmeal. It’s soft, chewy, and perfectly seasoned with warm spices. Enjoy it on its own, or serve it alongside ice cream or yogurt!
Apricot Dijon Salmon and Broccoli
The apricot preserves in this dish add the perfect touch of sweetness to the salmon. Serve it with rice or potatoes for a fast and delicious weeknight meal!
Easy Apricot Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb apricots pitted
- 1 cup cold coconut water
- 1 cup strawberries hulled
- 3/4 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 tsp flaxseed oil optional
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to a blender in the order listed and blend until smooth.
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