Apricot Casserole
📜 Collection: Patsy Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A unique and nostalgic fruit casserole featuring sweet apricots topped with a savory, buttery cheese cracker crust. This simple baked dessert balances tart citrus notes with a rich, crunchy topping.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 6-8 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Casserole dish
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 cans | Apricots | Halves, drained |
| 2 | Lemons | Juiced |
| 1/2 box | Brown Sugar | Generous cupful |
Topping Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 box | Cheese Crackers | Crumbled |
| To taste | Butter | Dotted over top |
Instructions
Step 1: Maceration
- In a casserole dish, combine the 2 cans apricots with the juice of 2 lemons and 1/2 box brown sugar.
- Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 2: Baking
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Sprinkle the 1/2 box cheese crackers evenly over the apricot mixture.
- Dot the top with small pieces of butter.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The apricot base can be prepared and left to sit in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before adding the cracker topping and baking.
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