These baked apricots are sweet, buttery, and ready in just about 25 minutes total. With juicy baked apricots, warm spices, and a crunchy topping, it’s the perfect no-fuss summer dessert.
I make this one often when I’ve got a basket of ripe fruit and want something fast and homemade. No mixer, no fancy tools, just a baking dish and a few pantry basics.
🛒Ingredients
- Apricots. Pick firm-ripe ones so they hold their shape while baking.
- Butter. Helps the fruit brown and adds rich flavor.
- Coconut sugar or brown sugar. I like coconut sugar for a deeper taste, but use what you have.
- Cinnamon + cardamom. These give it warmth and a cozy feel.
- Salt. A pinch sharpens all the other flavors.
- Graham crackers. Crushed on top for a nice crunchy bite.
- Toasted almond flakes. Toasted nuts bring texture and a nutty finish.
- Vanilla yogurt or ice cream. Optional, but makes it extra good when served warm.
- If you love this recipe, try my plum cake, peach cake or peach cobbler next.
👩🍳 You'll find the complete list of ingredients below the recipe card.
🥣How To Bake Apricots Step by Step
- Prep the fruit: Wash and halve the apricots, removing the pits.
- Get your oven ready: Preheat to 400°F and butter a baking dish.
- Arrange: Place apricots cut side up in the dish.
- Mix the topping: Stir together the sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt. Sprinkle over the apricots.
- Add butter: Place a small piece of butter on each apricot.
- Bake: Bake for 15-17 minutes, until golden and softened.
- Finish and serve: Top with graham crackers and almonds. Serve warm with yogurt or ice cream if you'd like.
Rita's Tip
Use firm, ripe apricots: If your apricots are too soft, they’ll turn mushy in the oven. You want them tender after baking, not collapsed, so choose ones that give slightly when pressed but still hold their shape!
📋Tips
- Use real butter. It really makes the flavor pop.
- Nut-free? Leave off the almonds or use seeds instead.
- Other fruits work too. Try peaches or nectarines.
- No graham crackers? Crushed cookies or granola work great.
- Spice it up. A touch of nutmeg or citrus zest is lovely.
- Drizzle honey. For a little added sweetness after baking.
- Go dairy-free. Use coconut oil and vegan yogurt or ice cream.
- Add oats. Mix some into the graham cracker topping.
- Serve for breakfast. Yes, it works! Especially with yogurt.
🍱Storage Instructions
- 🍱To Store. Keep covered in the fridge up to 3 days.
- 🔥To Reheat. Warm in a 300°F oven or microwave briefly.
Fun Variations to Try
- Peach or plum swap. Use the same method with sliced peaches or plums instead of apricots.
- Extra nutty topping. Add chopped pecans along with the almond flakes for more crunch.
- Honey drizzle. Drizzle a little honey over the apricots before baking for extra sweetness.
Ways to Serve Baked Apricots
- Warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- With a dollop of vanilla yogurt for a lighter breakfast option.
- Alongside coffee for a simple brunch dessert.
FAQ
Fresh is best for texture, but well-drained canned apricots can work in a pinch, just reduce the sugar slightly since canned fruit is often sweeter.
Yes, assemble it up to a few hours ahead and bake right before serving so the topping stays crunchy.
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to re-crisp the topping.
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📖Recipe
Easy Baked Apricots
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound apricots
- 3 tablespoon butter, leave a little for greasing the baking dish
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar, or regular brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch cardamom ground
- 1 pinch salt kosher
- 1-2 tablespoon graham crackers, crushed
- 2 tablespoon toasted almond flakes
- vanilla yogurt or vanilla ice cream for serving, optional
Instructions
- Prep the fruit: Wash and halve the apricots, removing the pits.1 pound apricots
- Get your oven ready: Preheat to 400°F and butter a baking dish.
- Arrange: Place apricots cut side up in the dish.
- Mix the topping: Stir together the sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt. Sprinkle over the apricots.2 tablespoons coconut sugar, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 pinch cardamom ground, 1 pinch salt kosher
- Add butter: Place a small piece of butter on each apricot.3 tablespoon butter
- Bake: Bake for 15–17 minutes, until golden and softened.
- Finish and serve: Top with graham crackers and almonds. Serve warm with yogurt or ice cream if you'd like.1-2 tablespoon graham crackers, vanilla yogurt or vanilla ice cream for serving, 2 tablespoon toasted almond flakes
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