The combination of chewy dates and tangy oranges makes for a delightful treat that can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or a special occasion treat. Date and orange slice bars are a popular confection that can be easily made at home with a few simple ingredients. With their vibrant colors and sweet-tart flavor profile, these bars are sure to become a favorite among family and friends.
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CANDIED ORANGE DATE BARS
A good friend of mine gave me the recipe for these yummy, rich date bars. Chopped candied orange slices really make them special. I dip my kitchen shears in hot water to make cutting the orange slices a little easier.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut orange slices horizontally in half, then into 1/4-in. pieces; set aside. In a saucepan, combine the sugar and 2 tablespoons flour. Stir in water until smooth. Add dates. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool., In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the baking soda, salt and remaining flour; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts., Spread half of the batter into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Spread date mixture over batter; sprinkle with reserved orange pieces. Spread remaining batter over the top. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts :
ORANGE-DATE BARS
If you're looking to serve a lighter, more nutritious dessert, you'll appreciate this recipe. It's an appealing old-fashioned dessert that's full-flavored.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine dates, sugar, oil and juice. Cook for 5 minutes to soften dates. Cool. Add egg; mix well. Combine all remaining ingredients and stir into date mixture. , Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes. Cool before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 3g fat, Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g protein.
DATE AND ORANGE SLICE BARS
These are awesome cookies - My mother used to make these every Christmas!
Provided by lisajdunn
Categories Desserts Cookies Fruit Cookie Recipes Date
Time 1h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a saucepan combine the dates, 1/2 cup of sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, and water. Bring to a boil, and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside to cool.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Dissolve the baking soda in hot water, then stir into the creamed mixture. Combine 1 3/4 cups of flour and salt; stir into the batter just until blended.
- Spread half of the batter in the bottom of the prepared pan. Cover with a layer of orange slice candy, then spread the date mixture over the orange candy. Cover with the remaining batter.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. Cool, and cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51.9 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 96.3 mg, Sugar 40.4 g
FROSTED ORANGE DATE BARS
Luxuriously moist, old-fashioned date bars accented with orange peel and a buttery orange frosting.
Provided by Michele O'Sullivan
Categories Desserts Cookies Fruit Cookie Recipes Date
Time 1h
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, 1/2 cup butter, water and dates. Cook, stirring frequently until dates have softened and the mixture is well blended. Remove from heat. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the date mixture, then mix in the 1/4 cup orange juice, milk, eggs and 1 tablespoon orange zest. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. To make the frosting, combine the confectioners' sugar, 1/3 cup butter, cream cheese and orange zest. Beat until smooth. Gradually mix in the remaining orange juice a tablespoon at a time until the icing is spreadable. Spread over the bars when cool. Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 18.5 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 76.6 mg, Sugar 13.9 g
ORANGE SLICE BARS
Enjoy these delicious bars baked using orange slice candies - perfect for dessert!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h
Yield 72
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Generously grease 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray.
- In large bowl, stir together melted butter and brown sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Add flour, chopped candies and pecans; stir until well blended. Pour batter into pan.
- Bake 25 minutes. Cool 15 minutes. Cut into 9 rows by 4 rows. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack. Remove bars from pan; cut each in half diagonally. Sprinkle bars with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 20 mg
DARK CHOCOLATE, CHERRY, AND DATE BARS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: medjool date, almond butter, coconut oil, brown ri, dried cherry, almond, water, dark chocolate, flaky sea salt
Provided by Crystal Hatch
Categories Desserts
Yield 16 bars
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine the dates, almond butter, and coconut oil. Process until well combined, about 30 seconds.
- Add the puffed rice, cherries, and almonds and pulse 5-6 times-just enough so that everything is well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press into an even layer about ½ inch (1 ¼ cm) thick. Freeze for 15 minutes, until set.
- Meanwhile, pour the water into a small saucepan. Place a heatproof glass or metal bowl over the saucepan, making sure the water is not touching the bottom. Bring the water to a simmer, then add the chocolate to the warm bowl and let it melt, stirring slowly. Remove the bowl from the heat as soon as the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the date and cherry mixture and spread evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle with flaky salt. Return the pan to the freezer for another 20 minutes.
- Once set, cut into 16 bars.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 13 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh oranges and dates: Fresh oranges and dates provide the best flavor and texture for these bars. If you use dried dates, be sure to soak them in hot water for 10 minutes before using to soften them.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the bars until they are set in the center: The bars should be set in the center but still slightly soft. If you overbake them, they will be dry and crumbly.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help prevent them from falling apart.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature: The bars will keep for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 1 week in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
These date and orange slice bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be made in just a few minutes. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these bars a try!
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