Best 4 Date Pecan Bars Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of culinary wonders, where we embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for Date Pecan Bars. These delectable treats, often adorned with a golden-brown crust and a heart of chewy caramel, are a harmonious blend of sweet and crunchy textures that tantalize the taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, let us guide you through the world of Date Pecan Bars, unveiling the secrets to crafting this classic dessert that will steal the hearts of all who indulge.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DATE PECAN BARS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 Date Pecan Bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups dates, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup pecans, finely chopped
3/4 cup unsalted butter
1 cup light brown sugar
1 3/4 cups sifted unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups rolled oats

Steps:

  • To prepare filling, mix together dates, sugar and water in saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10 minutes). Allow to cool. Add pecans.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cream butter and brown sugar. Combine remaining ingredients and stir into butter mixture until well blended. Press half of the filling into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Spread with cooled filling. Cover with remaining filling mixture, patting lightly. Bake until lightly browned (approximately 25 to 30 minutes). Cool and cut into bars.

DATE-PECAN BARS



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These chewy, sweet bars are a great alternative to fruitcake -- but they don't contain any alcohol, making them a kid-friendly holiday treat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield Makes 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for pan, room temperature
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup packed light-brown sugar
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped pitted dates
3/4 cup toasted chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter an 8-inch square baking pan. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit in the bottom of the pan; place it in the pan, then butter the paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. With an electric mixer, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until combined. Add flour mixture, and beat until just combined. Stir in dates and nuts.
  • Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Cool completely on a wire rack. Run a knife around edges to loosen, then cut it into bars using a serrated knife. To cut the baked dough into 18 bars, make 3 cuts horizontally and 6 cuts vertically.

DATE-PECAN PIE BARS



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I found this recipe many years ago in a magazine. The original called for walnuts, but I tweaked it to use our abundant Texas pecans. I make these for Christmas and other times throughout the year. -Lillian Greenslade, Fort Worth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
FILLING:
2 large eggs
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 package (8 ounces) pitted dates, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto bottom of a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat first six filling ingredients until just combined. Stir in flour and baking powder. Stir in dates and pecans. Pour over crust., Bake until filling is set, 20-25 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PECAN ALMOND DATE BARS



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I needed something perfect for skiing and hiking; something compact, healthy, and most of all, delicious. This is it! I brought this along to a hike with my friends, and everyone asked for the recipe. It's perfect for air travel or any sport. You can use other nuts and you can add other dried fruits, but always use at least a full cup of dates. When cool, cut into 18 little squares.

Provided by Debbie P

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup pecan halves
1 cup almonds
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons flax seeds
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon baking soda
¼ cup quick-cooking oats
1 cup pitted and quartered dates
5 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread pecans and almonds onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until nuts are toasted and fragrant, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove baking sheet from oven and decrease oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Combine flour, flax seeds, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a food processor; pulse a few times. Add pecans and almonds to flour mixture; pulse until nuts are coarsely chopped. Add oats and dates to flour-nut mixture; pulse just until combined.
  • Whisk maple syrup and vanilla extract together in a bowl until smooth; pour over oat mixture and pulse just until combined. Spread oat mixture into an 8-inch square pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven lightly browned, about 25 minutes; cool to room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 45.7 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a light-colored baking dish so the bars will brown evenly.
  • For a chewier bar, use light brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
  • If you don't have chopped pecans, you can use walnuts or almonds instead.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • If you want a gooey bar, increase the amount of butter to 1 cup.
  • To prevent the bars from sticking to the pan, line the pan with parchment paper before pouring in the batter.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.

Conclusion:

Date pecan bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple combination of oats, flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and dates. The pecans add a nice crunch and the chocolate chips add a rich flavor. These bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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