State Fair Puprle Ribbon Dried Apricots

Experience a taste of nostalgia with 'State Fair Purple Ribbon Dried Apricots,' a sweet treat that blends old-fashioned charm with indulgent flavor. These golden gems are coated in a luscious homemade syrup made from granulated sugar, honey, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, all infused with fragrant vanilla extract. After soaking up the syrup, the apricots are gently baked to perfection, creating a beautifully glossy finish that’s lightly dusted with coarse sugar for a sparkling touch. Perfect as a snack or dessert, these gourmet dried apricots evoke memories of countryside fairs with their irresistible sweetness and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Simple to make yet stunning to serve, this recipe is ideal for gift-giving or adding a dash of elegance to your pantry staples.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Dried apricots
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 120 milliliters Water
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 50 grams Coarse sugar for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Place the dried apricots in a large mixing bowl and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, honey, water, and lemon juice. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sugar completely dissolves and the syrup reaches a gentle simmer, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and let the syrup cook for an additional 5 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the syrup over the dried apricots, ensuring all the pieces are evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the apricots soak in the syrup for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the apricots to the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out in a single layer. Reserve any remaining syrup for drizzling or use in other recipes.

Step 8

Sprinkle the apricots lightly with coarse sugar to create a sparkling finish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely. The glaze will set and stiffen as the apricots cool.

Step 10

Once cooled, transfer the apricots to an airtight container for storage. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(903.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2166.2

Total Fat 1.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 19.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 566.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.8g	0%
Total Sugars 465.0g
Protein 17.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261.8mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 5394.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.5%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 96.5%