Diabetic Date Squares
Indulge in guilt-free sweetness with these Diabetic Date Squares, a wholesome treat crafted to satisfy your cravings without the added sugar. This healthy dessert features a luscious date filling made from naturally sweet pitted dates, complemented by a soft yet crumbly oat and whole wheat crust infused with warm cinnamon. Held together with unsweetened applesauce and a touch of melted butter, these squares are a diabetic-friendly alternative to traditional sugary bars. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re perfect as a snack, dessert, or even a quick breakfast on the go. With no artificial sweeteners and a blend of heart-healthy ingredients, these date squares are a delicious way to enjoy a naturally sweet treat while supporting a balanced diet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pitted dates
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted dates and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates break down and form a thick paste (about 8-10 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.
Add the unsweetened applesauce and melted unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until the mixture is crumbly and holds together when pressed.
Press half of the oat mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a crust.
Spread the date mixture evenly over the crust layer.
Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the date layer and gently press it down to form the top crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and set.
Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, cut into 12 squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.5 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1241 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 570.9 g | 208% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 66.7 g | 238% | |
| Total Sugars | 331.9 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 4645 mg | 99% | |
*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.
