Place apricots in a saucepan. Add sugar, lemon juice, and just enough water to barely cover the fruit. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Cook down the dried fruit until reduced and thick, 15 to 20 minutes. Add cinnamon, if using. Transfer the cooked fruit to a food processor and pulse 3 to 4 times until desired consistency is reached.

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