Almond Apricot Bars

By KimberlyB

Ingredients

• 2 cups vanilla chips or white chips, divided
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup apricot jam
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Preparation

Step 1

In a microwave, melt 1 cup chips; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in melted chips and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Spread half of the batter into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 325° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Spread with jam.
Stir remaining chips into remaining batter. Drop by tablespoonfuls over jam; carefully spread over top. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into squares; cut squares in half.