Babka: Apricot and Cream Cheese Schmear Filling

Make the Apricot Filling

In a medium heavy saucepan, combine the dried apricots, lemon juice, orange juice, and sugar. Over medium-low heat, simmer the mixture until the apricots are very soft when pierced with a skewer and the lemon and orange juices are reduced by half, 20 to 25 minutes. (To confirm that the juices are reduced, start by weighing the pan a