Matrimonial Squares Recipe

Name: Matrimonial Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Base; 2 cups oatmeal; 2 cups flour; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup butter; Date Filling; 1/2 lb dates, pitted; 2/3 cup water; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

Base
2 cups oatmeal
2 cups flour
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
Date Filling
1/2 lb dates, pitted
2/3 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice

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Base:
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In a large bowl, combine oatmeal, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
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Cut in butter until crumbly.
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Spread 3/4 of the crumbs in a 9 x 13 inch cake pan.
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Date Filling:
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Mix dates, water and sugar together in a saucepan.
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Cook until thick, stirring frequently.
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Remove from heat and add lemon juice.
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Allow to cool before using.
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Spread over the crumbs in the pan.
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Sprinkle the remaining crumbs over top of the filling.
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Bake at 350 degrees F.
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for 20 minutes.

884

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Base, 2 cups oatmeal, 2 cups flour, 1 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Matrimonial 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.

Matrimonial Squares

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