Date Bars From My Childhood Recipe

Name: Date Bars From My Childhood
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CRUST INGREDIENTS; 1 3/4 cups oatmeal; 1 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 cup butter, melted; 1 cup brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; DATE FILLING; 1 lb chopped dates; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

CRUST INGREDIENTS
1 3/4 cups oatmeal
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
DATE FILLING
1 lb chopped dates
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup chopped walnuts

1
Make the filling: Boil dates, sugar, and water until thick, about 5-10 minutes.
2
Add 1 TBSP butter, the vanilla, and the walnuts.
3
Set aside to cool a bit.
4
Prepare the crust: Combine all dry ingredients with the melted butter.
5
Press half of the mixture into a lightly greased 13 x 9 pan.
6
Cover with filling mixture and top with remaining half of crust mixture.
7
Press lightly.
8
Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
9
NO LONGER THAN THAT!
10
Cut into squares when cool.

1044

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CRUST INGREDIENTS, 1 3/4 cups oatmeal, 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Date Bars From My Childhood 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.

Date Bars From My Childhood

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