A simple and budget-friendly Apricot Oat Slice that's perfect for lunch boxes... and takes only 10 minutes to make! Plus it's fussy-kid approved too!
This apricot oat slice recipe is based on my popular ANZAC Slice recipe, but with the addition of delicious dried apricots and white chocolate chips.
Like my passionfruit slice, apple and sour cream slice, and creamy lemon slice, this recipe is absolutely bursting with fruit flavour... and I think you're going to LOVE it!
Whether you make this oat slice using a Thermomix or a microwave or stovetop - this recipe so easy! It only uses one bowl (regardless of the method you choose!) and is ready in just 10 minutes.
Even better, this recipe uses mostly pantry staples, so it's easy on your wallet, too.
Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
One Bowl Recipe - Only one bowl means less mess and fewer dishes to clean (more time to eat!)
Ready in 10 Minutes - No standing over a hot oven for hours waiting on a tasty snack. This recipe is ready in just a few minutes!
Budget Recipe - Made with mostly fridge and pantry staples, this recipe is not only easy, it's inexpensive, too!
What You Need
- rolled oats - you can use quick oats too
- plain flour - also known as all-purpose flour
- brown sugar - light or dark brown sugar is fine to use (I generally use light brown sugar)
- desiccated coconut - made from fresh coconut that has been shredded and dried, you can either buy it or make your own
- butter - salted or unsalted butter is fine (my personal preference is salted butter as it balances the sweetness)
- golden syrup - while golden syrup can be hard to find in certain parts of the world, it's fairly easy to make at home or you can substitute with honey or corn syrup
- water
- bicarbonate of soda - also known as baking soda
- dried apricots - these can be bought from the dried fruit section of your supermarket
- white chocolate chips - optional, but highly recommended for an extra bite of sweetness
How to Make an Oat Slice with Apricots in Just 10 Minutes
Step 1 - Prep the Baking Tray & Mix Wet Ingredients
Line a rectangular baking tray with baking paper and set aside.
Add the butter, golden syrup and water to a microwave-safe bowl and heat on 50% power in 30 second bursts until melted.
Step 2 - Add the Dry Ingredients
Add the rolled oats, plain flour, brown sugar and desiccated coconut and mix until combined. Allow to cool slightly.
Step 3 - Add the Apricots & White Chocolate, then Bake
Add the dried apricots and white chocolate chips to the bowl and mix with a wooden spoon. Place the mixture into the tray and press down firmly.
Bake until lightly golden brown. Leave in the baking tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to let it cool completely. When the slice is fully cool, cut it into slices.
Recipe Tips & FAQ
How do I store my slice?
You can store this recipe in an airtight container (no need to refrigerate) up to 3 days.
Does this apricot oat slice freeze well?
Absolutely! It will keep in the freezer for about a month.
Are oat slices healthy?
This slice is homemade and therefore contains absolutely NO additives or flavourings! While it still has a small amount of brown sugar and golden syrup, it is a far healthier option than store-bought muesli bar varieties.
How many calories are in it?
Each (very generous!) slice contains approx 260 calories - however, you can omit the chocolate chips to reduce the calories if you prefer.
How can I slice this perfectly without it breaking up?
For perfectly cut slices, place the slice in the fridge for a minimum of 2 hours. Use a very sharp serrated knife to cut through the slice.
Can I use different fruit?
Sure. If you don't have dried apricots, you can use other dried fruits, like cranberries, peaches, or even dried strawberries.
More Slice Recipes
If you've been visiting Bake Play Smile for a while, you'll know that I'm a girl who LOVES slices! Whether it's a no-bake slice, a classic/old fashioned slice or a quick and easy slice... I'm all for it!
Here's a few of my all-time favourite slice recipes....
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Apricot Oat Slice
Ingredients
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (or quick oats)
- 1 cup (125g) plain flour
- ⅔ cup (135g) brown sugar
- ⅔ cup (65g) desiccated coconut
- 125 g butter chopped
- 2 tbs golden syrup
- 2 tbs water
- ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
- 100 g dried apricots chopped
- 100 g white chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Conventional Method
- Preheat oven to 160 degrees celsius (fan-forced).
- Grease and line a 17cm X 28cm rectangular baking tray with baking paper and set aside.
- Combine the rolled oats, plain flour, brown sugar and coconut in a bowl.
- Place the butter, golden syrup and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second bursts, stirring each time, until melted. Stir through the bicarb-soda.
- Stir the butter mixture through the oat mixture. Allow to cool slightly.
- Fold through the chopped dried apricots and chocolate chips.
- Place the mixture into the tray and press down firmly.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Leave in the baking tray to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- When the slice has cooled completely, cut into slices (see notes).
Thermomix Method
- Preheat oven to 160 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Grease and line a 17cm X 28cm rectangular baking tray with baking paper and set aside.
- Place the butter, golden syrup and water into the Thermomix bowl. Melt for 3 minutes, 80 degrees, Speed 2.
- Add the bi-carbonate of soda and mix for 5 seconds, Speed 3.
- Add the rolled oats, plain flour, brown sugar and coconut to the Thermomix bowl and mix on Reverse, Speed 3, 10 seconds. Allow to cool slightly.
- Add the dried apricots and white chocolate chips and mix on 5 seconds, Reverse, Speed 3. Place the mixture into the tray and press down firmly.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Leave in the baking tray to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. When the slice has cooled, cut it into slices (see notes).
Notes
- rolled oats - you can use quick oats too
- plain flour - also known as all-purpose flour
- brown sugar - light or dark brown sugar is fine to use (I generally use light brown sugar)
- desiccated coconut - made from fresh coconut that has been shredded and dried, you can either buy it or make your own
- butter - salted or unsalted butter is fine (my personal preference is salted butter as it balances the sweetness)
- golden syrup - while golden syrup can be hard to find in certain parts of the world, it's fairly easy to make at home or you can substitute with honey or corn syrup
- water
- bicarbonate of soda - also known as baking soda
- dried apricots - these can be bought from the dried fruit section of your supermarket
- white chocolate chips - optional, but highly recommended for an extra bite of sweetness
Nathalie says
This looks good but I hate coconut. What could I use instead? More oats?
Lucy says
Hi Nathalie, yes you can omit the coconut - just increase and flour and oats slightly 🙂