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Featuring Apricots, the July Pick of the Month

Delight in the juicy sweetness of apricots, a delicious and nutritious way to enhance your snacks and meals.

Explore apricots at your local grocery store!

Prep Time: 10 minutes.

Cook Time: 20 minutes.

Servings: 12.

Ingredients

2 cups flour.
1/4 cup sugar.
1 teaspoon baking soda.
1 teaspoon baking powder.
1/4 teaspoon salt.
1 1/4 cups plain Greek yogurt.
1/2 cup butter, melted.
1/2 cup brown sugar.
1/4 cup milk.
1 egg.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
1 cup fresh apricots, chopped.

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 F.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
In a separate bowl, stir together yogurt, butter, brown sugar, milk, egg and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients and sir until nearly incorporated.
Fold in apricots and spoon into prepared muffin tin.
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes.

What’s so Great About Apricots?

Apricots are an excellent source of vitamins A and C that help keep skin healthy.
They contain antioxidants which support heart health and reduce the risk of some cancers.

What’s the Best Way to Eat Apricots?

Add fresh, chopped apricots to oatmeal, cold cereal, yogurt and salads.
For a warm summer snack, brush apricot halves with honey and cinnamon then grill or broil for 2 to 3 minutes.

Selection & Preparation

Selection: When selecting fresh apricots, look for fruit that are plump, firm and bright yellow or orange.
Storage: Store at room temperature until ripe, then in the refrigerator in a plastic bag for up to five days.
Preparation: Rinse under cold water before eating. Cut along the natural line and remove the pit.
Cooking: Apricots can be enjoyed fresh, grilled, broiled, poached, pureed or made into preserves.

Serving Size: 1 muffin.
Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 213.
- Total Fat: 9 g.
- Total Carbohydrates: 31 g.
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g.
- Protein: 3 g.

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