Chocolate Squares I

Name: Chocolate Squares I
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped; 1 cup boiling water; 1 cup white sugar; 1 cup shortening; 2 eggs; 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips; 1 cup chopped walnuts

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1385 kcal · General

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

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
1 cup boiling water
1 cup white sugar
1 cup shortening
2 eggs
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
2
Cook chopped dates and water over low heat until soft. Set aside.
3
Cream together sugar and shortening. Add eggs and beat well. Stir in flour, salt, baking soda, cocoa and vanilla and mix well. Stir in date mixture.
4
Pour in 9 x 11 inch pan and top with chocolate chips and chopped nuts. Bake until toothpick comes out clean. (10 - 15 minutes)

1385

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped, 1 cup boiling water, 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup shortening, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Squares I 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
1385 kcal
Category
General

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