Let them soak for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are soft, then drain them in a sieve set over a bowl. Turn the machine off, scrape down and blend again until apricots are a smooth puree.
Scrape puree into a bowl and stir in the sugar.
In a chilled bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the apricot mixture into the cream and gently fold together. Can be made up to 3 hours before serving. Makes 3 cups. Alert us of bad posts.