Apricot-Almond Bars
Ingredients:
- 1½ cups dried apricots (8 to 9 ounces)
- ½ cup raw slivered almonds
- Pinch of sea salt (Pinch Dash Smidgen Measuring Spoons
)
- 2 Tbsp finely shredded unsweetened coconut
- ½ ounce dark chocolate (chips work fine; see above on raw option)
Directions:
Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit across a 9×5″ loaf pan width-wise, with plenty of overhang.
In a food processor, process the apricots, almonds, salt, and 1 Tablespoon of the coconut until finely chopped.
Add to the pan and pack down firmly.
Melt the chocolate in a microwave in 10-second intervals until melted. Using a fork, drizzle the chocolate over the bars and sprinkle on the remaining coconut.
Refrigerate for an hour. Remove from pan using paper overhang, lifting out. Cut into bars and wrap. Store refrigerated, tightly sealed.