Classic Date Bars
Indulge in the timeless sweetness of *Classic Date Bars*, a comforting treat that combines a rich, homemade date filling with a buttery, crumbly oat crust. This easy dessert recipe features natural sweetness from tender dates simmered with vanilla for a luscious, jammy center. The golden oat layers, made with brown sugar and melted butter, offer the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Ready in just an hour, these date bars are ideal for snacking, sharing, or pairing with a cup of coffee. With wholesome ingredients like rolled oats and no refined syrups, this classic recipe is a nostalgic favorite that’s both satisfying and simple to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pitted dates
- 240 ml water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 190 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 150 grams rolled oats
- 150 grams brown sugar
- 170 grams unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted dates and water over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the dates are soft and have absorbed most of the water, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the oats and brown sugar, mixing until well combined.
Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, then pour over the dry ingredients. Mix until the mixture is crumbly and well-combined.
Press half of the oat mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
Spread the date mixture evenly over the crust layer.
Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the top of the date layer, pressing gently to adhere.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Allow the date bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhangs. Cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.7 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.1 g | 435% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1304 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 692.0 g | 252% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.9 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 412.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.4 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 539 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 3876 mg | 82% | |
*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.
