Date And Oat Crumble Bars Recipe

Name: Date And Oat Crumble Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 oz chopped pitted dates; 1/2 cup water; 1/3 cup sugar; ⅓ tbsp butter, diced, at room temperature; 2/3 cup packed brown sugar; 2 tbsp golden syrup or honey; 2/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/3 cup rolled oats; 1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Lightly grease and line an 8 x 12-inch baking pan.
2
Combine the dates, water and granular sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring for 10-15 mins, until the dates have absorbed most of the liquid. Set aside to cool.
3
Meanwhile, in a bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the butter, brown sugar and syrup or honey together, until light and fluffy. Sift the flour and soda over butter mixture. Fold in lightly. Add oats and mix well.
4
Press half the oat mixture into base of prepared pan. Spread date mixture over the top.
5
Mix walnuts through the remaining oat mixture. Sprinkle crumble evenly over date mixture and press down lightly. Bake 30-35 mins, until golden. Leave in the pan to cool completely, then transfer to a cutting board and cut into slices.

401

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 oz chopped pitted dates, 1/2 cup water, 1/3 cup sugar, ⅓ tbsp butter, diced, at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Date And Oat Crumble Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Date And Oat Crumble Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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