Apricot Butter Squares

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal later.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter to the mixture and use a pastry cutter or your hands to work the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Take about 1 1/2 cups of the crumb mixture and set it aside for the topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even crust.

4. Spread the apricot preserves over the crust, ensuring an even layer all the way to the edges.

5. In a small bowl, combine the reserved crumb mixture with the chopped pecans. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the apricot layer, gently pressing it down.

6. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.

7. Once done, remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

8. Once cool, lift the parchment paper to remove the Apricot Butter Squares from the dish. Place them on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to cut them into squares of your desired size.

9. Serve these delicious Apricot Butter Squares at room temperature and enjoy the wonderful blend of flavors and textures in each bite.