Chocolate Chip Date Nut Squares
Indulge in the ultimate balance of rich, gooey sweetness and nutty crunch with these irresistible Chocolate Chip Date Nut Squares. Bursting with natural caramel-like flavor from tender pitted dates and studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts or pecans, these bars are a delightful twist on a classic dessert. The moist, cake-like texture is achieved through a simple combination of pantry staples, including brown sugar and a hint of vanilla, while the rich date mixture adds a unique depth of flavor. Perfectly golden and slightly chewy, these bars are easy to bake in just under an hour and make the ideal treat for snacking, potlucks, or indulgent dessert cravings. Plus, they stay fresh and flavorful for days, making them a must-have addition to your baking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Pitted dates
- 0.5 cups Water
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a small saucepan, combine the pitted dates and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates are soft and the mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the cooked date mixture, followed by the chopped nuts and chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the squares to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 166.1 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.7 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 2626 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 806.2 g | 293% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.2 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 581.1 g | ||
| Protein | 67.0 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 478 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 3398 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
