Best 6 Chocolate Chip Cashew Date Bars Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of delectable desserts, where sweet flavors dance upon your palate! In this culinary adventure, we embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for chocolate chip cashew date bars, a treat that tantalizes taste buds and leaves you craving more. Get ready to embark on a delightful exploration of flavors and textures as we unveil the secrets behind creating these irresistible treats. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of crafting these delectable bars, blending the perfect balance of chocolate, cashews, and dates into a symphony of sweetness. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking escapade, transforming simple ingredients into a masterpiece of taste!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT DATE BARS



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The on-the-go, travel-light snack bar. Derived from a famous raw food bar and the ultimate in 'foodie!' This is a great snack for the active lifestyle and impressive to hand out to others. As an outdoor professional I take these in the back country and they need not be refrigerated and give great energy. Cut into bars and enjoy or wrap individually for on the go.

Provided by Lacy Wilson

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Date

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ cup slivered almonds
½ cup flaked coconut
10 pitted dates, or to taste
¼ cup cashews, or to taste
1 teaspoon coconut oil

Steps:

  • Blend almonds and coconut in a food processor; add dates and pulse until combined. Add cashews and coconut oil; pulse until mixture is thick and sticks together. Transfer to a sheet of waxed paper; form into a square, folding sides of waxed paper over the top. Refrigerate until solid, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 60.5 mg, Sugar 14.8 g

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL-CASHEW BARS



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Stir up a batch of these chewy-gooey treats for your next tailgate party.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup butter or margarine
2 oz bittersweet baking chocolate, chopped
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 cup hot caramel topping (from 12-oz jar)
6 caramels, unwrapped, cut into quarters
1/3 cup cashew pieces
1 bar (1.55 oz) milk chocolate candy, broken into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter and bittersweet chocolate uncovered on Medium (50%) 1 minute, stirring after 30 seconds. Microwave 30 seconds longer or until butter and chocolate are melted and can be stirred smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • In medium bowl, stir together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar and baking soda. Stir in egg, milk and cooled chocolate mixture until well blended.
  • In ungreased 8-inch square pan, press half of dough. Bake 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, cook caramel topping and caramels over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until caramels are melted.
  • Remove pan from oven. Carefully pour caramel mixture over partially baked base to within 1/2 inch of sides of pan. Sprinkle with cashews. Crumble remaining dough into small pieces and sprinkle over filling (some of filling will show). Bake 12 to 15 minutes longer or just until edges are set (do not overbake).
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate candy bar pieces uncovered on High 30 seconds or until melted. Drizzle chocolate diagonally over baked bars. Cool completely, at least 1 hour. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

CHOCOLATE DATE SQUARES



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"My mother-in-law used to send these moist bars to my husband when he was in the Army," relates field editor Pat Walter of Pine Island, Minnesota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chopped dates
1 cup hot water
1 cup sugar
2/3 cup shortening
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine dates and water; set aside to cool (do not drain). In a large bowl, cream sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually added to creamed mixture. Stir in dates. , Pour into a greased and floured 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine the topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BEST DATE BARS



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Date recipes are some of my favorite desserts to cook up. These date treats are very easy to bake, and one sheet of them will yield 48 good-sized bars. I sometimes add nuts, coconut or candied fruit. -Dorothy DeLeske, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 40 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 cups pitted dates, cut up
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups water
1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, optional
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine dates, sugar and water. Cook, stirring frequently, until very thick. Stir in walnuts, if desired; cool. , Sift the flour, salt and baking soda together in a large bowl; add oats and brown sugar. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle water over mixture; stir lightly. Pat half into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Spread with date mixture; cover with remaining oat mixture and pat lightly. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE CHIP CASHEW DATE BARS



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A great snack to grab and go or to hold you until lunch or dinner. Simple ingredients and simple to make.

Provided by A Day In the Kitchen

Categories     Date Cookies

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup tightly-packed pitted dates
1 ¼ cups finely chopped cashews
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chocolate chips, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place dates in a bowl and cover with several inches of cool water until soft, 30 to 60 minutes. Drain, squeeze out extra liquid, and reserve. Chop dates into a thick paste.
  • Combine dates with cashews, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl. Fold in chocolate chips. Press mixture firmly into a parchment paper-lined 8-inch baking pan until compact. Refrigerate until set, 1 hour to overnight.
  • Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 283.6 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP DATE NUT SQUARES.



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Got this from my mother-in-law. If she had told me ahead of time there were dates in this I may never have tried it. mmmmm good secret: must be prepared day ahead.

Provided by Chicopee

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 squares, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup chopped dates
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 cup margarine, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
6 ounces chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In medium bowl mix 1 1/2 c boiling water and 1 1/2 tsp baking soda with the dates.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Beat together margarine,1 c sugar and eggs in large bowl.
  • To this add vanilla extract and date mixture.
  • Add flour, 3/4 tsp baking soda and salt.
  • Pour into greased and floured 13x9 pan.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 c sugar, nuts and chocolate morsels on top.
  • Bake @ 325 degrees 45 minutes.
  • The difficult part: set aside until the next day to eat.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor. Dark chocolate chips are a good option for a richer flavor.
  • Chop the cashews and dates into small pieces so that they distribute evenly throughout the bars.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the cashews and dates by hand with a knife.
  • Be sure to press the mixture firmly into the pan before baking. This will help the bars hold together.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help prevent them from crumbling.
  • Serve the bars with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage.

Conclusion:

These Chocolate Chip Cashew Date Bars are easy to make and are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are packed with flavor and are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you are looking for a healthy snack or a delicious dessert, these bars are a great option.

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