Ingredients

3

cans (15 oz each) apricot halves in extra-light syrup, well drained

3/4

cup sugar

3

tablespoons butter, melted

1 1/2

teaspoons almond extract

1/2

cup sliced almonds

1

cup plus 3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour

1

teaspoon baking powder

1/2

teaspoon salt

3/4

cup 1% low-fat milk

Preparation

Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.

In casserole, stir together apricots, 1/4 cup of the sugar, half of the melted butter and the almond extract. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the almonds.

In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, milk, 2 tablespoons almonds, and remaining melted butter and 1/2 cup sugar with whisk until smooth. Pour topping evenly over apricot mixture. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons almonds.

Bake 40 minutes or until top is lightly browned. Serve warm.