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: 1-3/4 cup oatmeal; 1-1/2 cup flour; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1 tsp. baking soda; 3/4 cup butter, melted; 1 cup brown sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 lb. chopped dates; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 cup water; 1 tbsp. butter; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1-3/4 cup oatmeal
1-1/2 cup flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 lb. chopped dates
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup chopped walnuts

1
Make the filling: Boil dates, sugar, and water until thick, about 5-10 minutes.
2
Add butter, vanilla and the walnuts; set aside to cool a bit.
3
Prepare the crust: Combine all dry ingredients with the melted butter.
4
Press half of the mixture into a lightly greased 13x9 pan.
5
Cover with filling mixture and top with remaining half of crust mixture.
6
Press lightly.
7
Bake at 350F for 25 minutes (no longer than that).
8
Cut into squares when cool.
9
**

971

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-3/4 cup oatmeal, 1-1/2 cup flour, 1/2 tsp. baking powder, 1 tsp. baking soda, 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.

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Date Bars from my Childhood

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Variations & substitutions

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