Variation Ideas

These bars are wonderfully customizable:

✦ Raspberry Almond Bars

Replace apricot preserves with raspberry jam.

✦ Cherry Bakewell Bars

Use cherry preserves + add 1 tsp extra almond extract.

✦ Peach Almond Bars

Peach preserves work beautifully with almond paste.

✦ Lemon Apricot Bars

Mix 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest into the preserves.

✦ Coconut-Apricot Crumble Bars

Add 1/2 cup shredded coconut into the topping mixture.

 Serving Suggestions

These bars are perfect for:

• brunch dessert trays

• baby or bridal showers

• holiday cookie tins

• afternoon coffee treats

• bake sales (they disappear fast!)

Pair beautifully with a warm drink — or serve slightly chilled in summer.

 Storage, Freezer, & Make-Ahead Tips

Room Temperature:

Store in an airtight container up to 4–5 days.

Refrigerator:

Keeps for 1 week and stays beautifully firm.

Freezer:

Freeze individually wrapped bars up to 3 months.
Thaw on the counter — still tastes bakery-perfect.

Make-Ahead:

Bake the day before; flavors deepen overnight.