Apricot Crumble Squares

• all-purpose flour↗2 cups
• baking powder↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• butter↗1⁄2 cup

  softened

• egg↗1
• vanilla↗1 teaspoon
• sliced apricots2 cups

  drained if canned

• sugar↗1 teaspoon
• cinnamon↗1⁄2 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. 2

   8 inched square cake pan, ungreased.

3. 3

   Base: In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. 4

   In a large bowl beat butter and sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in egg and vanilla until incorporated. Blend in flour mixture, just until a dough forms. Spread dough evenly in pan. Bake in preheated oven for 6 to 7 minutes, until lightly browned.

5. 5

   Topping: Arrange apricots evenly over top of base. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.

6. 6

   Bake 10 to 12 minutes longer or until golden brown.Place pan on a wire rack to cool completely, then cut into squares.