A Big Pan Of Matrimonial Bars Recipe

Name: A Big Pan Of Matrimonial Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE DATE FILLING:; 4 cups Finely Chopped Dates (can Substitute Some Chopped Apple For A Milder Flavor); 1/2 cups Brown Sugar; 1/4 cups Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice (for 1/4 Cup You'll Need 1 Lemon); FOR THE CRUMB CRUST AND TOPPING; 2-1/2 cups Rolled Oats; 3-1/2 cups Flour; 1 teaspoon Baking Soda; 3 cups Brown Sugar; 3 teaspoons Lemon Zest (zest From 1 Lemon); 2 cups Butter, Slightly Softened

Servings: persons

FOR THE DATE FILLING:
4 cups Finely Chopped Dates (can Substitute Some Chopped Apple For A Milder Flavor)
1/2 cups Brown Sugar
1/4 cups Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice (for 1/4 Cup You'll Need 1 Lemon)
FOR THE CRUMB CRUST AND TOPPING
2-1/2 cups Rolled Oats
3-1/2 cups Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
3 cups Brown Sugar
3 teaspoons Lemon Zest (zest From 1 Lemon)
2 cups Butter, Slightly Softened

1
Place the dates in a large saucepan, and add approximately 2 cups water to cover the dates. Bring to a boil. Add sugar and lemon juice, and simmer for 20 minutes. Continue simmering, stirring and mashing until the mixture is quite thick. Then remove it from the heat.
2
Preheat oven to 325 F.
3
For the crust: In a large bowl stir together the dry ingredients and lemon zest. Then add butter and mix until combined. Pat 2/3 of the crumbs into a 13x18 baking sheet with sides.
4
Spread the date filling over top. Sprinkle with the remaining crumbs and press lightly. Bake for 30 minutes.
5
Cool, slice and serve.

2018

kcal

Calories

Fat

282

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE DATE FILLING:, 4 cups Finely Chopped Dates (can Substitute Some Chopped Apple For A Milder Flavor), 1/2 cups Brown Sugar, 1/4 cups Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice (for 1/4 Cup You'll Need 1 Lemon), and more.

Yes, A Big Pan Of Matrimonial Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

A Big Pan Of Matrimonial Bars

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