Recipe Homemade Apricot Newtons Grandmas Secret

Instructions:

1. Combine apricots, water, orange juice, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Simmer until apricots are soft and most of the liquid has evaporated. Puree (or chop finely) and set aside to cool.
2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
8. Divide the dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one half into a rectangle. Spread half of the apricot filling down the center of the rectangle.
9. Fold one side of the dough over the filling, then the other side, overlapping slightly to seal. Gently press the edges to seal.
10. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the filled dough into individual Newton bars.
11. Place the Newtons on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
12. Let the Newtons cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.