In response to the overwhelming number of apricot recipe requests we’ve received over the years, we’ve created this recipe collection to offer ideas and inspiration for incorporating the benefits of California apricots into a healthy diet.

We sincerely hope that you enjoy the following recipes, ranging from delectable desserts to quick & easy breakfast ideas.

To learn more about how to use fresh, canned and dried apricots, check out our “Selecting & Using Apricots” section. Foodservice professionals can find recipes in our “Foodservice Recipe Box.”

Here’s a tip for using canned or fresh apricots in your favorite apricot recipe. When substituting fresh apricots for canned apricots in a recipe, you may need to add a little extra sugar.

Breakfast
California Apricot-Oatmeal Breakfast Cake
Crisp and Flaky Orchard California Apricot Pockets
California Apricot Coffee Cake
Quick Muffins:  Apricot Oatbran Muffins
& Apricot Blueberry Muffins
Low-fat Apricot Waffles
Apricot Pecan Waffles



A Taste Test Winner:
Crisp & Flaky Orchard Apricot Pockets
M. Frank from Texas writes “Only three ingredients and the house was filled with an enticing aroma that made me want to wait by the oven door.  It’s so popular with my family that I’ve already made it several times.”



Desserts
Amazingly Easy Apricot Sorbet
Apricot Oatmeal Squares
Ultimate Apricot Cheesecake
Chocolate Dipped Apricots
Apricot Upside-Down Cake
Easy Apricot Upside-Down Cake
Fresh Apricot Ice Cream
Simple Apricot Crisp
Almond Apricot Black Bottom Pie
Creamy Fruit Soup
Lighter Apricot Cake using Apricot Purée
Apricot Foster Sundae
Frozen Apricot Pops for Kids
Apricot Cobbler
Creamy Apricot Pie
Dried Apricot-Pistachio Biscotti





Entrées
Apricot-Dijon Pork Salad
Apricot-Mustard Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Barbecued Apricots with Honey Glaze
Apricot Stuffed Chicken
Grilled Ham Steak with Apricot Glaze
Fruited Apricot Pork Chops
Apricot Sauce Pork Ribs
Chicken Salad with Warm Apricot and
Red Onion Vinaigrette
Exotic Apricot Chicken
Apricot Stir-Fry Pork
Apricot Squash Soup



Condiments/Marinades
Tangy-Apricot Vinaigrette
Southwestern Apricot Salsa
Spiced Apricot Sauce





Beverages
Refreshing Apricot Smoothie
Apricot Piña Colada