Apricot Crumble Squares

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 cups sliced apricots (drained if canned)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

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.