What can I do with a lot of dried apricots?

Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Dried Apricots

1. Fruited Rice Pilaf. Brown rice tossed with sautéed garlic, dried apricots and cranberries, raisins, slivered almonds and more!
2. Substitute for Chocolate. Hold the sprinkles and add some sweet dried apricots!
3. Apricots on a Log?
4. Salad Topper.
5. Top Your Bagel.
6. Pop a Few.
7. Fruit Salad.
8. Dip!

How long do you soak dried apricots for?

Put the dried apricots into a bowl and pour the hot tea over them. Leave to soak for at least 6 hours; overnight is ideal.

Are dried apricots good for skin?

Beta-carotene is another antioxidant that helps to protect your skin from sunburns and additional UV damage. Since apricots have high water content, they’re also a good way to hydrate your skin.

What are the benefits of dried apricots?

One cup of dried apricots provides 94% of your body’s daily need for Vitamin A and 19% of its iron. Dried apricots also contain potassium and antioxidants and have been known to lower cholesterol and improve digestion. Dried apricots are fat-free, low in calories & high in flavor!

Is it good to eat dried apricots?

Apricots are a recommended health food In fact, weight for weight the dried form contains more of the antioxidants, minerals and fibre than the raw original. So dried apricots are recommended, including by the NHS for their health benefits which include important levels of Vitamins A and C, fibre and minerals.

How to make dried apricot jam in the kitchen?

Wash mason jars and screw lids in soapy water and rinse soap off well under running hot water. Place clean jars on a baking sheet and place in oven preheated to 200 degrees. Set screw bands aside. Next, boil a kettle of water and pour into a clean glass bowl.

What to do with dried apricots in winter?

Dried fruit is a pantry staple, especially handy during winter months. Our top recipes with dried apricots are perfect for baking (think dried apricot muffins and cookies) and canning (dried apricot jam and more).

How to make fresh apricots on the hob?

Put the apricots in a large pan, add 1.5 litres water, cover and leave overnight to soak. Next day, place a small plate in the fridge to chill. Put the apricots and water on the hob, then add the lemon juice and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat, then simmer for 30 mins or until the apricots are tender and starting to break up.

What kind of pectin to use for apricot jam?

Powdered pectin must be fully dissolved in the fruit before adding the sugar. For this apricot jam recipe, I used liquid pectin. Because the pectin is already dissolved, jams made with liquid pectin require the least amount of cooking time. This results in a fresh, fruity tasting jam with a bright colour.