Date Squares Recipe

Name: Date Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups rolled oats; 2 cups flour, all-purpose; 1 cup vegetable shortening; 1 cup brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 cup sour milk; 1/2 cup dates chopped; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 cup water hot

Servings: persons

2 cups rolled oats
2 cups flour, all-purpose
1 cup vegetable shortening
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sour milk
1/2 cup dates chopped
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup water hot

1
To make the date Filling:
2
Add the dates, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water in a small saucepan, cook until thick, stirring constantly.
3
Remove from the heat and set aside.
4
To make the batter and assembling:
5
Mix the first five ingredients together thoroughly.
6
Dissolve soda in the sour milk, add to other ingredients and mix well.
7
Put half mixture in pan and cover with date filling.
8
Put rest of mixture on top and press down.
9
Bake in 350F (180C) oven for 25 min.
10
Cool completely on a wire rack, then cut into the squares.

740

kcal

Calories

Fat

161

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups rolled oats, 2 cups flour, all-purpose, 1 cup vegetable shortening, 1 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, 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.

Date Squares

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