Chocolate Date Squares

Name: Chocolate Date Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups chopped dates; 1 cup hot water; 1 cup sugar; 2/3 cup shortening; 2 eggs; 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup chopped nuts

Eats Now Editorial Team · 693 kcal · General

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Chocolate Date Squares – a delicious recipe with dates, water, sugar, shortening, eggs, flour. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

2 cups chopped dates
1 cup hot water
1 cup sugar
2/3 cup shortening
2 eggs
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped nuts

1
In a small bowl, combine dates and water; set aside to cool (do not drain). In a large bowl, cream sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually added to creamed mixture. Stir in dates.
2
Pour into a greased and floured
3
. Combine the topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350u00b0 for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

693

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups chopped dates, 1 cup hot water, 1 cup sugar, 2/3 cup shortening, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Date Squares 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
693 kcal
Category
General

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