Best 6 Chewy Date Bars Recipes

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Baking chewy date bars is an art form, a symphony of flavors and textures that can transport you to another time and place. With their gooey date filling, crumbly oat topping, and a hint of spice, these bars are a nostalgic treat reminiscent of simpler times. Whether enjoyed as an after-school snack, a weekend indulgence, or a thoughtful gift, chewy date bars have a magical way of bringing joy to any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHEWY DATE NUT BARS



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You'll need just six ingredients, including a convenient boxed cake mix, to bake up these chewy bars chock-full of walnuts and dates. They are my husband's favorite snack, and he loves to take them to work. I often whip up a batch for bake sales or to share with my co-workers at our local car dealership.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, melted
2 eggs
2 cups chopped dates
2 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix and brown sugar. Add butter and eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Combine dates and walnuts; stir into batter (batter will be stiff). , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Run a knife around sides of pan to loosen; cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CAKE MIX CHEWY DATE NUT BARS



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Make and share this Cake Mix Chewy Date Nut Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Recipe Junkie

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 ounce) box yellow cake mix
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup melted butter
2 eggs
2 cups chopped dates
2 cups chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Combine cake mix and brown sugar.
  • Add melted butter and eggs.
  • Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  • Combine dates and nuts.
  • Stir into batter.
  • Batter will be stiff.
  • Spread into greased 9x13" baking pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 35-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown.

CHEWY ORANGE-DATE BARS



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Use yellow cake mix to create citrus-flavored bars loaded with chewy dates and crunchy walnuts.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
3 eggs
2 cups chopped dates (from two 8-oz packages)
2 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom and sides of 15x10x1-inch pan with baking spray with flour.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, oats, butter, orange peel and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed about 1 minute or until batter is thick. Stir in dates and walnuts. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 22 to 26 minutes or until top is golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on cooling rack 10 minutes. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen bars. Cool completely, about 1 hour 30 minutes. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEWY DATE BARS



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Only 6 ingredients to make these tasty bars! A favorite at this house. Raisins could easily be substitued or maybe craisins.

Provided by DDW7976

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix (I recommend Betty Crocker SuperMoist yellow.)
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs
2 cups chopped dates
2 cups chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine dry cake mix and brown sugar.
  • Add butter, and eggs.
  • Beat for 2 minutes at medium speed.
  • Stir in the dates and nuts.
  • Spread into a greased 9 x 13" baking pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.

CHEWY DATE NUT BARS RECIPE



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Provided by debicakes62

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
3/4 cup butter, melted
2 eggs
2 cups dates, chopped
2 cups walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix and brown sugar. Add butter and eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Combine dates and walnuts; stir into batter (batter will be stiff). Spread into a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 35 to 45 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Run a knife around sides of pan to loosen; cool completely before cutting. Yield: 3 dozen.

CHEWY DATE BARS



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Categories     Fruit

Number Of Ingredients 6

◾1 pkg. (2 layer) yellow cake mix
◾3/4 C. brown sugar
◾3/4 C. melted butter
◾2 eggs
◾2 C. chopped dates
◾2 C. chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 13x9" pan and dust with flour; set aside. Combine cake mix and sugar in a large bowl and blend well. Add butter and eggs and mix until batter forms. By hand, stir dates and nuts into batter. Spread in prepared pan. Bake bars at 350 for 35 to 40 minutes until edges turn golden brown. Cool 10 minutes, then run knife around edges of pan to loosen sides. Cool 1 hour and then cut into bars.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality dates: The quality of your dates will greatly affect the taste of your bars. Look for dates that are plump, soft, and free of blemishes.
  • Soak your dates: Soaking your dates in hot water for 10-15 minutes will help to soften them and make them easier to blend.
  • Use a food processor: A food processor is the best tool for blending your dates and oats. It will help to create a smooth and consistent mixture.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bars at a low temperature: Baking the bars at a low temperature will help to prevent them from drying out.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: Cutting the bars too soon will make them crumbly. Let them cool completely before slicing them into bars.

Conclusion:

Chewy date bars are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect chewy date bars every time.

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