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Classic Apricot Pie with a Flaky Butter CrustApricot Oatmeal Crumble BarsWatermelon Sorbet Recipe

A delightful trio of summer desserts featuring a Classic Apricot Pie with a flaky butter crust, comforting Apricot Oatmeal Crumble Bars, and a refreshing Watermelon Sorbet.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 cups fresh apricots, pitted and sliced
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Make the Pie Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the chilled butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add ice water until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, toss the sliced apricots with sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Preheat the Oven: While your pie crust is chilling, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Transfer the dough to the pan and trim excess edges. Fill with the apricot mixture.
  • Assemble the Oatmeal Crumble: In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, and sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle the mixture over the apricot filling.
  • Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Allow it to cool on a wire rack.
  • Make the Watermelon Sorbet: In a blender, purée watermelon until smooth. For added sweetness, blend in a tablespoon of sugar if desired. Pour the mixture into a container and freeze for about 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Once everything has cooled or set, slice up a piece of Classic Apricot Pie with a Flaky Butter Crust, serve up the Apricot Oatmeal Crumble Bars, and scoop generous servings of Watermelon Sorbet.

Notes

When making the pie crust, keep the butter cold for best results. Ripe apricots will enhance flavor. Leftover pie can be stored in the fridge, and sorbet can be kept in the freezer for a month.
Keyword apricot pie, oatmeal crumble, watermelon sorbet