Source: Ricka_kinamoto, AdobeStockApricots are most commonly used for making compotes, jams, and baked goods. But that's far from the only option! Fresh apricots can also perfectly complement salads, smoothies, or various desserts, and are even suitable for savory sauces. We're sharing 20 delicious recipes!
1. Apricot Pour-Over Pie
Source: vk.comNot only very tasty, but also looks great, making it a wonderful table decoration.
You will need: 220-250 g flour, 3 eggs, 3 egg yolks, 130-150 g sugar, 250 g sour cream, 1.5 tsp baking powder, 120 g butter, 500 g apricots.
Preparation: Rub soft butter with egg yolks and 100 g sugar. Add 3 tbsp sour cream, mix again, and gradually add flour with baking powder. Place the dough into a heatproof dish, forming high sides.
Whisk sour cream, remaining sugar, and eggs with a mixer. Pour this filling over the base and arrange apricot halves on top. Bake the pie for 35-40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Apricot and Orange Jam
Source: vosadu-li-vogorode.ruAn appetizing and very rich jam that is definitely worth making.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 1/2 orange, 600 g sugar.
Preparation: Slice the orange with its peel, remove pits from apricots, and pass everything through a meat grinder. Add sugar and simmer the jam for 30-40 minutes over low heat. Seal it in sterilized jars.
3. Apricot and Banana Smoothie
Source: ohotamyasa.ruYou can add a few mint leaves for aroma when serving.
You will need: 12 apricots, 1 banana, 250 ml rice or other plant-based milk, 125 ml thick yogurt.
Preparation: Remove pits from apricots, peel the banana. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
4. Apricot Jam with Almonds
Source: ideireceptov.ruA complete standalone treat for tea or coffee.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 100 g almonds, 500 g sugar.
Preparation: Remove pits from apricots and sprinkle the halves with sugar. Pour boiling water over almonds for 40 minutes and peel them. Mix with apricots, leave overnight, then bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes over low heat. Seal the jam in sterilized jars.
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5. Puff Pastries with Cottage Cheese and Apricots
Source: koolinar.ruThe tartness of cottage cheese perfectly harmonizes with the sweetness of the fruits.
You will need: 400 g ready-made puff pastry, 4-5 apricots, 1 egg, 100 g cottage cheese, sugar.
Preparation: Cut the puff pastry into small rectangles and make cuts on one side for a lattice. On the other side, place cottage cheese and apricot slices. Sprinkle with sugar, close the pastries, and seal the edges. Bake the pastries for 20-25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
6. Apricot and Apple Smoothie
Source: about-tea.ruYou can add more or less honey – to your taste.
You will need: 4 apricots, 80 g apples, 100 ml water, 40 ml honey.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apple, remove pits from apricots. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
7. Cottage Cheese Pie with Apricots
Source: za-edoy.ruThanks to the cottage cheese, the pie turns out slightly moist.
You will need: 300 g cottage cheese, 3 eggs, 100 g butter, 150 g sugar, 230 g flour, 0.5 tsp salt, 120 g apricots, 1 tsp baking powder, vanilla.
Preparation: Blend cottage cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla, salt, and melted butter until smooth. Gradually add flour with baking powder. Pour the batter into a mold and arrange apricot halves on top. Bake the pie for 50-55 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Apricots in Syrup for Winter
Source: pinterest.comEven greenish and firm apricots can be used for this preserve.
You will need: 3 kg pitted apricots, 2 l water, 700 g sugar, 1/2 lemon.
Preparation: Mix lemon juice, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer the resulting syrup for 5 minutes, stirring. Add apricot halves and simmer for another 1 minute after boiling. Distribute the fruits into sterilized jars, filling them about 2/3 full, then re-boil the syrup, pour it over the apricots, and seal for winter.
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9. Semolina Cake with Apricots
Source: mirtesen.ruSemolina cake can be not only a dessert but also a great breakfast.
You will need: 2 eggs, 2 g salt, 350 ml milk, 150 g apricots, 50 g sugar, 200 g semolina, 60 g butter, 30 g powdered sugar.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with sugar and salt, add milk and melted butter. Stir in semolina, mix, and let the batter rest for 20 minutes. Pour it into a mold and arrange apricot halves on top. Bake the semolina cake for 40-50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
10. Apricot Tkemali for Winter
Source: pinterest.comA sauce you'll want to make again and again!
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 1 bunch each of dill and cilantro, 1 chili pepper, 5 cloves garlic, 70 g sugar, 1-1.5 l water, basil, rosemary, spices.
Preparation: Slice apricots, cover with water, and simmer for 15 minutes. Carefully drain the water, then mash the fruits through a sieve. Add chopped herbs, garlic, chili, and other ingredients. Bring the sauce to a boil again and seal it in sterilized jars.
11. Apricot and Banana Sorbet
Source: goodfon.ruA great alternative to creamy ice cream – without milk and eggs.
You will need: 300 g apricots, 150 g bananas, 2-3 tbsp honey.
Preparation: Roughly chop apricots and bananas, and freeze them for several hours. Blend the fruits with honey until smooth and spoon the sorbet into dessert bowls.
12. Salad with Apricots and Tomatoes
Source: novyefoto.ruCilantro can be replaced with basil, parsley, or other greens.
You will need: 2 tomatoes, 4 apricots, 1/2 bunch cilantro, 50 g salad mix, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, spices.
Preparation: Slice apricots and tomatoes. Mix them with salad greens and cilantro leaves. Dress the salad with olive oil and lemon juice, and season to taste.
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13. Cottage Cheese Mousse with Apricots
Source: pinterest.comLooks great if immediately portioned into individual dessert bowls.
You will need: 7 apricots, 100 g cottage cheese, 120 ml fruit syrup or juice, 1 tsp gelatin.
Preparation: Dissolve gelatin in fruit syrup according to package instructions. Blend cottage cheese with apricots, add gelatin, and blend again. Refrigerate the prepared mousse until set.
14. Apricot Jam with Pits
Source: postila.ruThe pits give the jam subtle almond notes.
You will need: 1.5 kg apricots, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Halve the apricots, sprinkle with sugar, and leave for several hours. Carefully crack the apricot pits and extract the kernels, then peel them. Bring the apricots to a boil, simmer for 2 minutes, and let them cool completely. Repeat this process once more. The third time, add the kernels, bring to a boil, simmer the jam for 5-7 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
15. Salad with Arugula and Caramelized Apricots
Source: foodrecipeshub.comThis salad is sure to delight even the most discerning gourmets.
You will need: 4 apricots, 50 g blue cheese, 50 g arugula, 2 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp butter, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1 handful hazelnuts.
Preparation: Melt butter with brown sugar and add apricot halves cut-side down to this caramel. Sauté them for about 1 minute. Arrange the apricots on arugula, crumble cheese on top, and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts. Drizzle the salad with lemon juice.
16. Apricot Sauce for Poultry
Source: AdobeStockThis sauce pairs best with chicken in various forms.
You will need: 300 g apricots, 2 cloves garlic, 5 g parsley, 1 tsp sugar, 1 chili pepper, salt.
Preparation: Finely chop apricots, add 100 ml water, and simmer for 15 minutes after boiling. Stir in minced garlic, chili, and parsley, add salt and sugar, and simmer the sauce for another 4-5 minutes. Blend the prepared sauce until smooth.
17. Apricot Compote for Winter
Source: vosadu-li-vogorode.ruYou can seal whole apricots or pitted halves.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 250 g sugar, 2 l water.
Preparation: Place apricots in a clean jar, pour boiling water over them, and leave for 20 minutes with the lid on. Drain the water, add sugar to it, and simmer the syrup briefly after boiling. Pour it over the apricots again and seal for winter.
18. Summer Cocktail with Apricots and Raspberries
Source: omtea.ruVery tasty, vibrant, and refreshing – an excellent recipe for the dacha.
You will need: 12 apricots, 1 glass raspberries, 75 ml milk, 1 tbsp honey.
Preparation: Remove pits from apricots and blend the fruit halves into a puree. Separately blend the raspberries. Mix everything together, add milk with honey, and blend the cocktail again.
19. Apricot Charlotte
Source: botanichka.ruThat homemade pie from childhood – how can you resist a slice?
You will need: 500 g apricots, 3 eggs, 1 glass sugar, 1 glass flour, 0.5 tsp baking soda.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with sugar until fluffy. Add flour, baking soda, then chopped apricots. Bake the charlotte for 30-40 minutes in the oven at 190-200 degrees Celsius.
20. Apricot Preserve
Source: botanichka.ruThick preserve, cooked without adding water or other unnecessary ingredients.
You will need: 2 kg apricots, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Remove pits from apricots, sprinkle the halves with sugar, and leave overnight. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Mash the mixture using any convenient method, simmer the preserve to the desired thickness for another 10-20 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.