Matrimonial Bliss
Indulge in the comforting layers of "Matrimonial Bliss," a classic dessert bar that marries the rich sweetness of pitted dates with the hearty texture of rolled oats. This recipe features a luscious homemade date filling, simmered to perfection with a hint of lemon juice for a subtle tang, and nestled between buttery oat crumble layers. Perfectly rustic and irresistibly chewy, these bars are baked to a golden finish, creating a dessert that’s as satisfying as it is nostalgic. Simple to prepare with pantry staples like flour, brown sugar, and baking soda, this treat is ideal for sharing at gatherings or savoring with a warm cup of tea. Ready in just an hour and yielding 12 generous servings, "Matrimonial Bliss" is a timeless favorite that’s perfect for any occasion. Keywords: date bars recipe, oat crumble bars, easy dessert bars, nostalgic baking recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pitted dates
- 250 milliliters water
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 10 milliliters lemon juice
- 150 grams all-purpose flour
- 150 grams rolled oats
- 150 grams brown sugar
- 150 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the dates, water, and granulated sugar. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the dates break down and the mixture turns into a thick paste.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Set the date filling aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture is evenly combined and crumbly.
Press half of the oat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.
Spread the cooled date filling over the base layer, making sure it is evenly distributed.
Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the date layer, gently pressing it down to form the top crust.
Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before slicing into squares or rectangles.
Serve as is, or pair with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4078 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.3 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.1 g | 395% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 328 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 2509 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 711.7 g | 259% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.8 g | 167% | |
| Total Sugars | 462.2 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 529 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 3830 mg | 81% | |
*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.
