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Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies

February 5, 2018 By Patricia 33 Comments

Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are packed with goodies! I love the dark chocolate paired up with the sweet apricots. Add chewy oatmeal, and you’ve got yourself a fantastic cookie! I’m kicking off Sweets for Your Sweet Week with these cookies. Enjoy!

Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are a sweet treat anytime of year. Make these fabulous cookies for Valentine's Day!

I had a bundle of dried apricots on my hands to make a batch of homemade muesli. That hasn’t happened yet, so I decided to use them to make cookies, instead! I didn’t want them to go to waste, after all.

Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are a tasty treat filled with goodies! These Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are such a fun treat to enjoy!

While you’re waiting for my muesli recipe, you might like to try my recipe for Chunky Cherry-Chai Granola. This is so tasty, and its warming seasonings are perfect for the cold months.

Another great breakfast recipe is Chocolate, Vanilla & Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Cups. They make a fun snack, or breakfast. You pick!

But enough about breakfast. We’re talking about sweets right now.

Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are stackable and delicious! You'll love these Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies for any occasion!

If you’re wondering what Sweets for Your Sweet Week is, stay tuned. I have a few dessert and cookie recipes waiting to hit the pages of Grab a Plate, and since Valentine’s Day is around the corner, I thought I would share a few goodies with you all.

My first sweets recipe was inspired by a Hershey’s recipe for a similar cookie that included white chocolate chips. I prefer dark chocolate, so I switched a few things up a bit and the result was a big batch of chewy, chocolaty cookies. What more could you ask for?

Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are a fun snack or dessert. You'll enjoy these Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies, for sure!

I love thick and chewy cookies. Who am I kidding. I love all cookies. But there’s a place in my heart (and tummy) for cookies like these dark chocolate apricot oatmeal cookies. The oatmeal keeps them chewy and thick, and the dark chocolate? Mmm! Such a rich treat that pairs well with dried, sweet apricots.

Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are great paired with a glass of milk! You'll enjoy Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies with milk, coffee, or anything, really!

A word of warning: if your dark chocolate chips are large — and it seems like that’s what I’ve been finding lately — you’ll want to reduce the amount you use for this recipe. I’d use about 1-1/2 cups (maybe slightly less) instead of two.

I used two cups and I was in chocolate heaven. My husband, who isn’t a huge chocolate fan, will definitely not enjoy these chocolate-heavy cookies.

So much for Sweets for My Sweet!

He’ll enjoy the next sweets recipe I share, for sure. I hope you love these cookies, or make them for someone who will!

Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are chewy and loaded with goodies! Dark Chocolate Apricot Oatmeal Cookies are tasty cookies to sink your teeth into! Yum!

Patricia Conte/Grab a Plate

Yields Makes about 3-1/2 dozen

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Ingredients

  • 1-1/4 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2-1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 2 cups dark chocolate chips (if your chips are large, use 1-1/2 cups or a bit less)
  • 1 cup dried, chopped apricots

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking pans with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, add the butter and use a mixer to blend it for a minute or so. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar and blend to combine.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, and blend. Add the vanilla and blend to combine.
  5. A little at a time, add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Mix to combine.
  6. Add the oatmeal and stir in to combine. Add the chips and apricots and stir.
  7. Optional: refrigerate the dough for 15-30 minutes.
  8. Scoop about a tablespoon of the dough into a round ball and place on the baking pan so the cookies are a few inches apart.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Remove from the oven and allow them to sit for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
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Comments

  1. Lauren T says

    February 5, 2018 at 10:36 am

    I love dried apricots - and I love chocolate!! Ive never heard of these before, but the combo sounds amazing!! Thanks for the idea!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 26, 2018 at 10:53 am

      They're a perfect match, seriously! Thanks so much, Lauren!
      Reply
  2. Beth says

    February 5, 2018 at 10:52 am

    I'm not sure if I like dried apricots, but I would be willing to try one of these and find out! These cookies look so good. As a side note, I LOVE the blue tabletop and gorgeous photos!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 26, 2018 at 10:53 am

      Thanks a bunch, Beth! I hope you try them -- I love these babies!
      Reply
  3. Cait says

    February 5, 2018 at 12:29 pm

    these look delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 26, 2018 at 10:52 am

      Thanks, Cait!
      Reply
  4. Becky says

    February 5, 2018 at 12:30 pm

    These sound delicious! I've been wanting to make some oatmeal cookies recently, and chocolate and apricot sounds just like the fun twist I'd enjoy doing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 4:01 pm

      Thanks, Becky! Yes, for sure something a little different (and delicious)!
      Reply
  5. summer says

    February 5, 2018 at 12:49 pm

    WOW! These look amazing - seriously need to make these. My mouth is watering!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 4:00 pm

      Thanks so much, Summer! Enjoy!
      Reply
  6. Paula - bell'alimento says

    February 5, 2018 at 2:05 pm

    I'd love to grab a plate of these!P
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 4:00 pm

      Haha! Thanks, Paula!
      Reply
  7. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says

    February 5, 2018 at 2:43 pm

    These cookies are seriously everything! I love the apricot flavor.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 4:00 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Jocelyn!
      Reply
  8. Kelsie says

    February 5, 2018 at 4:17 pm

    I've never thought about apricots with chocolate, but it sounds delightful!!! They look so good!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 4:00 pm

      Thanks so much, Kelsie!
      Reply
  9. Lisa | amerytina.com says

    February 5, 2018 at 6:43 pm

    Wow, these look amazing!! Do you think they would be good with gluten free 1:1 flour?!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:59 pm

      Hi Lisa - thank you! I'm pretty certain a 1:1 swap would work - especially using something like Bob's Red Mill GF baking flour. Hope it works for you!
      Reply
  10. Amanda Schreiber says

    February 5, 2018 at 7:27 pm

    These look amazing, and such a unique flavor mixture that I would have never thought about before! Also, that cherry chai granola looks amazing and may end up on my grocery list this weekend!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:56 pm

      Thanks, Amanda! The granola is one of my faves! Hope you give one or both of these a try, and enjoy!
      Reply
  11. Erin Dee says

    February 5, 2018 at 9:34 pm

    Mmmm, so much to love about these cookies! They would disappear fast here for sure!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:55 pm

      Thanks, Erin! I know -- they didn't last in my house!
      Reply
  12. sonal says

    February 6, 2018 at 12:31 am

    I am gonna try this recipe very soon. Looks so yummy!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:55 pm

      Thanks so much, Sonal! I hope you like them!
      Reply
  13. Abeer says

    February 6, 2018 at 4:06 am

    These cookies look fantastic! Packed with a lot of flavors!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:55 pm

      Thank you, Abeer!
      Reply
  14. Cathy @ Lemon Tree Dwelling says

    February 6, 2018 at 6:26 am

    I love the addition of apricots! Such a delicious cookie!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:55 pm

      Thanks, Cathy!
      Reply
  15. Sabrina says

    February 6, 2018 at 6:47 am

    What a delicious flavor combination! I'll take them all!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:54 pm

      If I had any left i'd send them your way They didn't last long in my house! Thanks, Sabrina!
      Reply
  16. Jen says

    February 6, 2018 at 6:49 am

    I'm not usually a fan of dark chocolate but these look so good! Can't wait to try them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2018 at 3:54 pm

      Thanks, Jen! I hope you like them!
      Reply

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