Apricot Butter
by the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine
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Yield: Makes 16 servings
This sugar, cholesterol and fat-free fruit butter couldn't be any easier to make, and no one will ever guess that this rich tasting spread is made from just two ingredients. It is wonderful as a spread on toasted bread and a great topping for frozen yogurt.
Ingredients:
1
cup dried apricots (5 ounces)
1
cup unsweetened apple juice
Preparation:
1.
Combine apricots and juice in small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
2.
Pour mixture into blender or food processor; process until smooth. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate in airtight container or jar with tight fitting lid up to 3 months.
Health Note:
Apricots are a super source of beta carotene. Research continues to show that antioxidants, such as beta carotene, have a disease-fighting role. Try dried apricots for a wonderful, quick snack to help increase your beta carotene intake.
Nutritional Information:
| Serving Size: 1 tablespoon | |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7 g |
| Saturated Fat | <1 g |
| Total Fat | <1 g |
| Calories from Fat | 1 % |
| Calories | 28 |
| Protein | <1 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Dietary Exchange:
| Fruit | 1/2 |
This recipe appears in: Spreads & Butters